Job Title: Dealership Controller / Accounting Manager (QuickBooks Enterprise – Automotive Required)
Location: Marietta, GA
🚗 About the Role
We are a growing independent car dealership seeking a hands-on, experienced Dealership Controller / Accounting Manager with strong expertise in QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise and inventory accounting.
This is not a basic bookkeeping role — we are looking for someone who understands dealership operations, can own the financials end-to-end, and help bring structure, accuracy, and accountability to the business.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of QuickBooks Enterprise (Desktop) including setup, maintenance, and reporting
Manage dealership inventory accounting (vehicle purchases, sales, cost tracking, floorplan if applicable)
Oversee Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable processes
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations (bank, credit cards, inventory, etc.)
Prepare and analyze P&L, Balance Sheet, and cash flow reports
Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve accounting issues
Handle sales tax, TAVT filings, and dealership compliance requirements
Oversee payroll processing and payroll taxes
Work with ownership on financial insights, reporting, and process improvements
Manage and support office staff (15–20 employees) as needed
✅ Required Qualifications (Strict)
5+ years of accounting/bookkeeping experience in a car dealership
Expert-level QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise (REQUIRED – not QuickBooks Online)
Strong understanding of inventory accounting
Experience with sales tax, TAVT, and dealership paperwork/processes
Advanced Excel skills (reporting, analysis, reconciliations)
Ability to work independently and take full ownership of accounting functions
⭐ Preferred (Big Plus)
Experience with multi-entity businesses
Prior role as Controller, Accounting Manager, or Full-Charge Bookkeeper
Experience with floorplan financing
💼 Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience ($70K–$90K+ for the right candidate)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Long-term growth opportunity within a stable and expanding dealership
⚡ Who This Role Is For
This role is ideal for someone who:
Has worked inside a dealership and understands how things actually operate
Is tired of corporate environments and wants ownership + impact
Can bring structure and discipline to accounting processes
🚫 Who Should NOT Apply
Candidates without QuickBooks Enterprise (Desktop) experience
Candidates without dealership or inventory accounting experience
If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a long-term opportunity where your expertise will be valued, we encourage you to apply.