• Assistant Controller

    Aston Carter (Spokane, WA)


    Description

    Maintain the dealership's general ledger and oversee accurate monthly and annual financial closing processes.

     

    Prepare and analyze financial statements, balance sheets, and P&L statements for the Dealer Principal and management team.

     

    Develop budgets and forecasts; monitor and report on variances to ensure alignment with dealership goals.

    Work directly with department managers (sales, service, parts, body shop, F&I) to:

    Review monthly financials and explain variances.

     

    Train and mentor managers on interpreting financial statements.

     

    Identify and manage expense control opportunities.

     

    Develop action plans to improve profitability.

     

    Ensure compliance with GAAP, OEM financial requirements, and all applicable state and federal regulations.

     

    Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard dealership assets.

     

    Oversee cash flow management, credit lines, and financial relationships with lenders, auditors, and external accountants.

     

    Partner with the Office Manager to ensure accuracy in payroll reconciliations, warranty schedules, manufacturer receivables, and daily postings.

     

    Monitor and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and key adjustments.

     

    Provide training, support, and leadership to administrative staff, fostering financial literacy across the organization.

     

    Assist in strategic decision-making, modeling impacts of operational changes, investments, and expansion opportunities.

     

    Skills

     

    general ledger, monthly close process, financial statement, balance sheet, profit & loss, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, gaap principles, cash flow, reconciliation, auto

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    general ledger,monthly close process,financial statement,balance sheet,profit & loss,budgeting,forecasting,financial analysis,gaap principles,cash flow,reconciliation

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    Minimum 2 years of accounting experience required

     

    Degree in Accounting preferred

     

    Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

     

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

     

    Automotive industry experience a plus

     

    Experience with dealership management systems (such as CDK) a plus

     

    Ambition to step into a Controller position in 2–3 years

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $58.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Spokane,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.