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Senior Accountant

This opportunity is well suited for an ambitious dealership accounting professional who is looking for more than just another accounting position. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leadership, gain exposure to all facets of a well established dealership operation, and follow a clearly defined path toward stepping into the Controller role. Backed by stable ownership, excellent management, a strong reputation, and a loyal customer base, the organization is well-positioned for continued success, and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while building a long term career. The surrounding area provides an exceptional quality of life, with access to coastal amenities, outdoor recreation, historic charm, and larger metropolitan conveniences all within easy reach.
Our Client:
Our client is a longstanding, customer-focused RV dealership with a strong regional presence and a proven history of growth. Known for delivering premium recreational vehicles and exceptional customer experiences, the organization has built a reputation for operational excellence, strong leadership, and a commitment to its employees. With modern facilities, engaged ownership, and a collaborative culture, the company provides an environment where employees are valued, professional development is encouraged, and long-term career growth is possible.
The Opportunity:
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced dealership accounting professional seeking a clear path toward a Controller position. Initially serving as a Senior Accountant, the successful candidate will work closely with the current Controller, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business while progressively assuming greater responsibility for accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and operational oversight. This role will play a critical part in supporting financial accuracy, sound decision making, and the continued growth and profitability of the dealership.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package with potential incentive-based variable compensation
- Medical and dental benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
- Strong team atmosphere within a privately owned dealership group
- Excellent leadership and mentorship throughout the organization
- Direct access to and collaboration with ownership
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage daily accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and related accounting functions.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and expense management through financial analysis and reporting.
- Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
- Collaborate with department leaders to ensure accurate accounting of sales, service, parts, finance, and other dealership operations.
- Assist with payroll processing, tax filings, audit preparation, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Support inventory financing reconciliations, manufacturer incentives, rebates, chargebacks, and other dealership-specific accounting functions.
- Develop, maintain, and improve internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting processes.
- Utilize dealership management systems and accounting software to ensure accurate reporting and data integrity.
- Provide financial reporting, analysis, and operational insights to ownership and management.
- Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities and financial reconciliations.
- Demonstrate the ability and desire to assume increasing financial leadership responsibilities as part of a planned succession into the Controller role.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred.
- 3–5+ years of accounting experience within a dealership environment required.
- Experience as a Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, or in a similarly progressive accounting role strongly preferred.
- Prior dealership accounting experience is required; multi-location or multi-entity dealership experience is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Demonstrated desire and ability to grow into a Controller-level role.
- Proficiency with accounting software and dealership management systems (DMS) required.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including financial analysis, reporting, and data management.
- Experience supporting budgeting, cash flow management, audits, tax reporting, and compliance activities.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with ownership, department leaders, and cross-functional teams.
- Experience supervising, mentoring, or training accounting staff is a plus.
- CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification is considered an advantage.
