America's Car-Mart is seeking a highly experienced Senior Director of Controllership to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions across our vertically integrated used car retail and financing operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, SOX compliance, and operational excellence while enabling scalable growth through strong governance.
What You'll Do
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and industry-specific regulations. Coordinate with external auditors and lead the annual audit process. Accounting Operations:
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Support accounting for vehicle inventory, loan portfolios, securitizations, and reserves. Business Partnership:
Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, IT, Legal, and Operations to drive process improvements and support strategic initiatives. Systems & Process Optimization:
Drive automation and integration of accounting systems across dealership and finance platforms. Evaluate and enhance ERP and financial reporting systems. Team Leadership:
Build and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required, MBA preferred. 5+ years of accounting experience including public accounting and SEC reporting. Public company, consumer finance, or automotive retail experience highly preferred. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders. Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
Why Join Us
At America's Car-Mart, we take pride in operating with integrity, accountability, and customer focus. This role provides the opportunity to shape our controllership function during a pivotal time for the company, while working closely with executive leadership and making a lasting impact on our business.
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What You'll Do
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and industry-specific regulations. Coordinate with external auditors and lead the annual audit process. Accounting Operations:
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Support accounting for vehicle inventory, loan portfolios, securitizations, and reserves. Business Partnership:
Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, IT, Legal, and Operations to drive process improvements and support strategic initiatives. Systems & Process Optimization:
Drive automation and integration of accounting systems across dealership and finance platforms. Evaluate and enhance ERP and financial reporting systems. Team Leadership:
Build and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required, MBA preferred. 5+ years of accounting experience including public accounting and SEC reporting. Public company, consumer finance, or automotive retail experience highly preferred. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders. Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
Why Join Us
At America's Car-Mart, we take pride in operating with integrity, accountability, and customer focus. This role provides the opportunity to shape our controllership function during a pivotal time for the company, while working closely with executive leadership and making a lasting impact on our business.
#corp
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.