Controller

Description Due to recent growth, Robert Half is seeking a Controller/Office Manager for a local automotive dealership in Cincinnati. The Office Manager/Controller is responsible for the accurate representation of the financial condition of the dealership, develops controls necessary for the proper conduct of the business, maintains accurate records, and establishes and maintains the data processing capabilities to accomplish the dealership’s objectives. If interested, please apply or reach out to Brady Padgett at 859-640-4739.Duties and Responsibilities:· Prepare complete financial statement and ensure it is submitted in a timely manner each month. CDK experience is preferred.· Interpret and analyze the financial statement continually.· Manage office staff, including receptionist and cashier.· Keep the Controller informed about the trends and the cash needs of the business.· Review journal entries and approve any adjustments to inventory, COS, and expense accounts.· Coordinate and prepare month-end reconciliations for all accounts and physical inventories.· Maintain and post monthly standard entries.· Set up fixed asset and prepaid asset accounts.· Work with office staff to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.· Assist in preparation for annual internal and/or external audit. Provide auditors with requested information; follow-up on any items that need correction.· Complete end-of-month accounting reports.· Calculate and reconcile depreciation expense monthly.· Set up and maintain accruals for expenses, e.g. advertising, insurance, professional expenses.· Run and review expense trend reports monthly.Requirements Qualifications:· Accounting degree or commensurate experience.· Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.· Experience in dealership office position.· Working knowledge of dealership financial statements.· Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner.· Excellent communication skills.· Professional personal appearance.· All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA· All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe mannerRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .