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Dealership Controller / Accounting Manager (QuickBooks Enterprise – Automotive R

Peak Performance Team, Atlanta, GA, United States


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.

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