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Description: Holmes Motors Multi-State Automotive GroupFull-Time On-Site Leadership Position This Isn't a Keep-the-Books Role. Holmes Motors is looking for an experienced Automotive Controller who can do more than report the numbers.We need someone who understands what happens behind those numbers - inventory, margins, cash flow, receivables, dealership operations, accountability, and the decisions that ultimately move the business forward.Holmes Motors is a fast-growing, family-owned Lease Here Pay Here automotive group serving customers across multiple states. We provide reliable transportation and flexible financing options to customers who may not fit the traditional credit model.As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Controller who can help strengthen the financial foundation underneath that growth.And for the right person, this role has room to become much more. Your Mission As Controller, you'll work closely with our CFO, ownership, dealership leadership, and accounting team to ensure our financial operation is accurate, disciplined, efficient, and ready to scale.You'll own the accounting function - but we're also looking for someone willing to question outdated processes, identify problems before they become expensive, and build better systems when better systems are needed.We don't need someone who simply tells us what happened last month. We want someone who can help us understand why it happened, what it means, and what we should do next. What You'll Own Lead full-cycle accounting and financial reporting across multiple dealership locationsEnsure timely, accurate month-end and year-end financial closesOversee account reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger activityMaintain strong financial controls and accounting procedures across the organizationPartner with dealership General Managers on budgets, forecasts, expenses, margins, and operating performanceOversee automotive inventory accounting and related reconciliationsMonitor cash flow and provide leadership with a clear picture of the company's financial positionIdentify variances, trends, risks, and opportunities - and communicate what they mean to leadershipDevelop and improve reporting that gives management useful, actionable informationLead, coach, and develop members of the accounting teamEvaluate current accounting workflows and eliminate unnecessary manual processesHelp lead system implementations, integrations, and process improvementsWork with vendors and internal departments to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accountabilitySupport the CFO and executive team with financial analysis related to growth, expansion, and major business decisionsEnsure accounting practices remain compliant with applicable internal and external requirements Requirements: What We're Looking For Automotive accounting experience is required.This is important. Dealership accounting has its own rhythm, terminology, controls, inventory challenges, and operational realities. We need someone who already understands that world.Our ideal candidate will bring:Proven experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior automotive accounting leaderStrong dealership accounting experience, preferably supporting multiple rooftops or locationsThorough understanding of automotive inventory accounting, reconciliations, receivables, payables, payroll, and financial statementsExperience working with dealership management systems and DMS-integrated accounting platforms such as Dealertrack, Frazer, or comparable systemsStrong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting capabilitiesExperience leading and developing an accounting teamThe ability to communicate financial information clearly to operators and executives - not just accountantsStrong attention to detail without losing sight of the larger businessThe judgment and discretion required when handling confidential financial information The Person Who Will Thrive Here You're probably a stro