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Assistant ControllerSummit Automotive Partners • Greenwood Village, CO, US
Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Summit Automotive Partners • Greenwood Village, CO, US
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summit Automotive Partners is seeking a Assistant Controller to join their growing Accounting team throughout multiple locations!

Who We Are :

Summit Automotive Partners is a retail automotive group with dealerships in Colorado, Wyoming, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Founded on long-term relationships, employee empowerment, and innovation, we are committed to creating a workplace where creativity and customer focus thrive—headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Position Overview :

We're seeking an experienced and driven Automotive Assistant Controller to oversee the financial operations of multiple dealership locations. This key leadership role ensures accuracy in financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and partners closely with executive and dealership leadership to drive operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at process improvement, and has a proven ability to lead and develop accounting teams across multiple rooftops. This role is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and will require occasional travel outside of Colorado.

Compensation : $100,000 – $120,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

What You'll Do :

Financial Reporting & Consolidation

  • Oversee accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple dealerships.
  • Consolidate store-level data into regional and corporate reports and provide executive summaries to leadership.
  • Review dealership financials for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to GAAP and OEM requirements.

Month-End & Year-End Close

  • Lead and coordinate the month-end and year-end close processes across all locations.
  • Review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Ensure timely reporting and submission of financial statements to corporate and OEM partners.
  • Prepare and manage year-end schedules and audits in collaboration with external auditors.

    • Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

  • Lead the annual budgeting process for each store and consolidate into regional forecasts.
  • Monitor performance versus plan and provide actionable insights to department heads and leadership.
  • Support GMs, Fixed Ops Directors, and Sales leaders with financial data that guides strategic decision-making.

    • Cash Flow & Treasury Management

  • Oversee dealership cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for daily operations.
  • Manage floorplan accounts, bank relationships, and funding processes to optimize financial performance.
  • Supervise daily cash reconciliations and contract funding to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

    • Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Maintain strong internal controls and standardized accounting procedures across all locations.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and manufacturer financial reporting standards.

    • Operational Finance & Process Improvement

  • Support leadership to streamline accounting and business office processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Partner with leadership to improve financial systems, ERP integrations, and reporting automation.
  • Provide financial insight to drive profitability in each department — Sales, F&I, Service, and Parts.

    • Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals across multiple rooftops.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Crosstrain team members to ensure strong coverage, consistency, and operational resilience.
  • Partner with Operations leadership to align people, processes, and performance goals

    • Who You Are :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Proven financial leadership experience in the automotive retail industry.
  • Strong knowledge of dealership accounting, GAAP, and OEM statement preparation.
  • Skilled in managing multiple locations, deadlines, and priorities with precision and confidence.
  • Experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
  • Proficient in financial systems, ERP software (Dealertrack preferred), and advanced Excel.
  • A collaborative, high-integrity leader who thrives in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

    • What We Offer :

  • A people-first culture that values collaboration, growth, and recognition for high-performing team members
  • Paid time off that begins accruing on your first day of employment
  • A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • A 401(k) plan with employer contribution to support your long-term financial goals
  • Health & Wellness reimbursement for gym memberships or fitness programs
  • Employee discounts across our family of automotive dealerships and service centers

    • EEOC Summit Automotive Partners is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Summit Automotive Partners strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All Summit Automotive Partners employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.ADA Summit Automotive Partners complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Consistent with those requirements, Summit Automotive Partners will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If you believe you need an accommodation, refer any such request to the Human Resources Department. Summit Automotive Partners will also, where appropriate, provide reasonable accommodations for an employee's religious beliefs or practices.

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