Overview

This is your opportunity to join one of the most dynamic and fastest growing Harley-Davidson dealer groups in the USA!
 
Palm Beach Harley-Davidson is currently seeking a full-time Controller.  This is a very hands-on position, in a fast-paced environment, responsible for the operation of all accounting related features utilizing a computerized dealership management system. The position requires the precision execution of accounting work of some difficulty and the maintenance of a complete set of accounts and fiscal records for the capture and summarization of financial transactions. Experience and knowledge of accounting theory, principles and procedures is a position requirement.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Accounting Processes and Systems

  • Adhere to the accounting policies, practices, standards and controls of the dealership and oversee the maintenance of all books and records recording dealership assets, liabilities, ownership investments and revenue and expense transactions.
  • Resolve accounting issues as they arise in the daily processing of dealership transactions.
  • Reconcile all subsidiary ledgers to general ledger control balances monthly, or more often if needed. In some cases, maintain spreadsheets or other auxiliary sub-ledgers to supplement standard accounting software capabilities.
  • Recommend and implement changes to continuously improve systems and financial performance.

Cash Management, Receivables, Inventory, Payroll & Regulatory Compliance

  • Oversee and monitor preparation of daily bank deposits compiled and reconciled from accounting reports and point of sale cash drawer media for all methods of payment.
  • Monitor, control and insure the timely collection of customer accounts receivable and contracts in transit.
  • Manage all aspects of inventory accounting, including valuation, internal controls and reporting procedures.
  • Review and finalize all motorcycle sales transactions.
  • Compile payroll information for submission to an external payroll service or process payrolls using accounting software functionality.
  • Supervise compliance with motor vehicle regulations, the filing of all required reports, and the remittance of all payments on a timely basis.
  • Comply with taxing authority requirements. Make timely deposits of required sales taxes and file all sales tax returns as required.

Auditing, Reporting & Financial Analysis

  • Identify, investigate and correct errors. Audit and resolve any anomalies encountered in daily financial transactions as recorded by others in dealer management system modules, and insure the accuracy of daily transfers of transactions from dealer management system operating modules to the accounting module.
  • Manage month-end close process and timing. Prepare and review monthly trial balances, general ledger detail postings, financial statements and other financial reports and statistics. Distribute reviewed financial reports on a timely basis to management together with narrative comments to assist in understanding important results and trends.
  • Prepare special financial analyses as needed by management.
  • Prepare certain monthly financial and statistical data to be used for online submission to the Harley-Davidson Dealer Dashboard.

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

  • 4-year degree with a major in accounting is required.
  • 8 years minimum experience including at least 3 years of experience as a Controller or Accounting Manager for a medium size company.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.
  • Advanced proficiency with accounting software programs; Talon, Lightspeed or other dealer management systems experience is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
  • Ability to communicate effectively to resolve problems with other dealership employees, suppliers, Harley-Davidson representatives and governmental agencies.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Paid Training.
  • Employee Discounts.
  • 401K with Company Match.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Medical Insurance.
  • Metlife PPO Dental and Vision Insurance.
  • Voluntary Term Life, Short and Long-Term Disability.
  • Colonial Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account access.
  • Legal Shield and Identity Theft Shield.
  • Generous Vacation Time.

About Palm Beach Harley Davidson

This is your chance to join one of the fastest growing Harley-Davidson dealership groups in the United States and be a member of an industry leading team. Thank you for taking the time to send your resume and the interest you have shown in our company. Palm Beach H-D is owned by the Veracka Family, who have celebrated success, in the Motorcycle Industry, for over 30 years. 

This is an exciting time as we continue to expand with acquisitions across the United States. With expansion come opportunities for top performing Team Members to grow their careers. We hire candidates from outside our company but also promote from within. We encourage everyone to achieve success, have fun and earn the rewards we offer.

We encourage training and performance improvement making tools available to you, through Harley-Davidson University (HDU). HDU offers some of the best on-line training programs in the industry. We believe that everyone continues to learn throughout their career and we encourage you to do the same, with the learning tools that we make available to you, only at Harley-Davidson.

Career advancement opportunities available based on merit.

Opportunities are available at all locations. Please inquire for more information.

Palm Beach Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer.