Controller

WANT TO WORK for one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies?

Dilawri Group In Ontario is now actively searching for an experienced automotive Controller to join our team at Frost GM in Brampton. Travel will be required between the dealership and our regional head office in Mississauga. 

This role is suitable for candidates who:

• Have experience in a Controller's role, in a dealership environment
• Is a graduate of an accounting academic program, either college or university level
• Strong knowledge of CDK and OneEighty

Pay Rate: $80,000-$120,000/yr

What We Offer:

• Top Tier Pay - Competitive wages that reward your skills and hard work
• Enticing Benefits Plan - Health, Dental, Vision and additional perks to care for you and your family
• Pensions Plan - With employer matching to build your financial future
• Career Growth - Access continuous training and education with a company that prioritizes internal advancements
• Employee Discounts - Save on Vehicles, Parts, and an array of diverse perks we have established with other companies
• Work Life Balance - We value your time both on and off the clock
• Award Winning Team - Join one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

• Lead and mentor the dealership’s Accounting team, setting clear processes and high standards
• Oversee all financial operations including cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Partner closely with Dealership management and General Manager to drive profitability and long-term planning
• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, manufacturer requirements, and government standards
• Manage banking relationships, credit lines, insurance, inventory financing, and wholesale liabilities
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and efficient reporting systems
• Support department managers with clear financial insights to improve performance
• Oversee recruitment, on-boarding, and training for accounting staff
• Supervise the administration of Group Health Plan and other benefit programs  
• Perform other tasks, based on management requirements and instructions

Qualifications:

• University degree in Accounting or equivalent; professional designation (CA, CGA, CMA) preferred 
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting operations (retail automotive environment) 
• High computer literacy with strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Excellent written and verbal communication with proven interpersonal effectiveness 
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including motivating teams and managing departmental operations 
• Strong business acumen with sound judgment and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate across departments, and drive tasks to completion 
• Proven experience in personnel management and expense control (inventory, floor plan, staffing) 
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work collaboratively toward shared goals

Interested candidates should submit their resumes via this advertisement.

ABOUT US

Dilawri Group of Companies represents 83 dealerships nationwide with 23 dealerships in Ontario! We offer a performance-driven culture that focuses on success through teamwork, a passion for excellence and providing an exceptional customer experience. We offer a “promote from within culture”, a collaborative and inclusive work environment, that encourages creativity and professional growth.

Dilawri Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.