Posted 10 days ago
Controller
@ Dilawri Group of Companies
Mississauga, Ontario
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Overview
Dilawri Group of Companies is hiring an experienced automotive Controller for its Audi Thornhill dealership in Ontario. The role oversees the accounting function across multiple dealerships, with travel between dealerships and the regional head office in Mississauga. Pay is stated as $80,000-$100,000 per year.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor the dealership accounting team
- Oversee cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
- Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax and manufacturer requirements
- Manage banking relationships, credit lines and inventory financing
Requirements summary:
- University degree in accounting or equivalent
- Professional designation (CA, CGA, CMA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of dealership accounting operations
- Proven leadership and personnel management experience
- High computer literacy and strong attention to detail
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CA, CGA, CMA |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Accounting |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Dilawri Group of Companies
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 95 |
Job description
Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group
If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.
Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.
With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the
Discover how you can build your career with
Dilawri Group In Ontario is now actively searching for an experienced automotive Controller to join our team at Audi Thornhill. The role oversees the accounting function for multiple dealerships. Travel will be required between dealerships and our regional head office in Mississauga.
Pay Rate: $80,000-$100,000 per year
Responsibilities
About Us
In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:
Discover Dilawri.
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. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.
Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.
With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the
Discover how you can build your career with
Dilawri Group In Ontario is now actively searching for an experienced automotive Controller to join our team at Audi Thornhill. The role oversees the accounting function for multiple dealerships. Travel will be required between dealerships and our regional head office in Mississauga.
Pay Rate: $80,000-$100,000 per year
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
About Us
In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:
- Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
- Job-specific coaching & training programs
- Comprehensive health & dental plans
- Employee wellness & assistance programs
- Employee social events
Discover Dilawri.
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. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
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