A rare opportunity is now available for a seasoned Financial Controller to join the Autopact team and lead all Financial Operations for multiple premier dealerships across the Brisbane and Sunshine Coast region! This role is a unique, dynamic opportunity for an Accountant with proven experience in a similar role who is ready to take the next step in their career!

With a drive to excel in a professional environment, this is your chance to further your career in the motor industry with one of Australia’s leading automotive dealership groups. You will be joining a dynamic team that strives for exceptional customer service.

About us:

The Autopact Group is one of Australia's largest and growing automotive dealership groups. Across our 32 dealerships along the eastern seaboard, we represent 38 of the top car brands in Australia.

Our mission is “For everyone to Drive Away Happy, every time". This mission applies not only to our customers - but also to our employees, suppliers, and business partners.

This role will be responsible for multiple dealerships with a combined ~$200 million annual turnover with 300 - 350 cars delivered per month, across 6 brands.

Responsibilities will include:

Financial management, reporting and analysis, including the preparation of accurate and timely monthly results and ad-hoc reports.

Preparation of financial statements, including BAS statements.

Participating in budgeting processes.

Overseeing administration and general payroll duties, including timesheets, commissions and bonuses.

Working closely with multiple stakeholders and the Autopact Head Office team.

Ensuring compliance with statutory and financial regulations.

Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

Initiate and maintain effective control procedures to ensure all assets, liabilities, income, and expenses are accurately recorded.

Analyse and control expenditures of all departments to ensure compliance with budgetary requirements.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

Motor Industry experience is essential.

A qualification in Accounting will be highly regarded.

At least 3 years’ experience in a similar financial accounting role is essential.

Prior work experience in a Dealership setting and ERA experience will be advantageous.

Experience in report production and analysis of reports.

Proven experience in managing a large team, with a hands-on leadership style.

A passion for creating and contributing to a positive workplace environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Comprehensive knowledge of accounting fundamentals.

Extreme proficiency with all advanced Excel functions.

The ability to be self-motivated with proven time management skills to schedule workload to focus on key priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong analytical mind with high attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

This role offers:

Annual Salary of $120k - $150k, in line with experience.

Fully Maintained Company Car + Fuel Card.

Excellent work-life balance.

Friendly culture with an experienced and motivated team.

Support from the Senior Dealer Principal and CFO.

You will be joining a national company with a clear and defined career path for those who want to progress both professionally, and personally, to the next level.

Our staff and their families enjoy access to benefits such as discounts on vehicles, finance and servicing, accommodation, fuel, health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

If you've been looking for your next challenge to take your career to the next level within a high-performing business that looks after its people the way it should, then this is the role for you.

If you have the drive and ability to be an important key function of this successful team, you are encouraged to make a confidential application today. Please submit a resume and cover letter, noting your salary expectations in the letter.

The Autopact Group, is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace and we encourage all to apply. We offer excellent working conditions, benefits and the opportunity to join a business that provides a supportive working team environment.