About this role
Sherway Nissan is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Automotive Controller to lead the dealership’s accounting and administrative functions. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, accounting operations, payroll support, and human resources administration.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on professional with strong automotive dealership accounting experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to lead and mentor.
Responsibilities
Financial Management & Accounting
• Perform the day-to-day financial accounting of the dealership.
• Process and administer payroll biweekly.
• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Balance and reconcile all general ledger schedules.
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Tax & Regulatory Compliance
• Identify Tax & Regulatory Compliance
• Prepare and submit HST and other government tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local tax regulations.
• Support external auditors and year-end audit requirements.
Human Resources & Administration
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires.
• Provide HR support to dealership staff.
• Assist with recruitment, employee documentation, and administrative processes.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise administrative team members.
Qualifications
• Previous automotive dealership accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and local tax compliance regulations.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience with PBS is considered a strong asset.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health and benefits package.
• Supportive team environment.
• Stable, full-time employment with an established automotive retailer.
If you are a motivated accounting professional looking to take the next step in your automotive career, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $80,000.00-$115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• VRSP
Work Location: In person