We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee financial operations within the retail industry while collaborating with a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in dealership finance and demonstrate exceptional communication and analytical skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.<br>• Perform data entry tasks related to dealer statements and submissions, ensuring all entries are accurate and properly categorized.<br>• Review and process schedules, identifying discrepancies and addressing potential issues promptly.<br>• Collaborate with banking systems to oversee transactions related to manufacturing, parts, and other financial statements.<br>• Support the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financial reporting is accurate.<br>• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership, asking pertinent questions and providing actionable insights.<br>• Provide guidance to office staff, including AR/AP clerks, title clerks, and deal clerks, ensuring smooth workflow and operations.<br>• Analyze financial data to offer recommendations and ensure the business remains financially healthy.<br>• Work closely with off-site clerks to ensure consistency and accuracy across all financial processes.

• Proven experience in automotive sales or dealership finance.<br>• Strong knowledge of month-end close processes and procedures.<br>• Ability to manage deal execution with attention to detail.<br>• Familiarity with banking systems and financial statement processing.<br>• Excellent communication skills with the ability to ask critical questions and provide clear direction.<br>• Proficiency in data entry and financial analysis.<br>• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial schedules.<br>• Experience in managing a team and collaborating across departments.

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