Assistant Controller

Jump Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join the team at O’Neill Auto Group in Mount Pearl, NL.

O’Neill Auto Group is Canada’s largest Nissan dealer group with three locations within the province. Accompanied by brands like Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Infiniti, and Acura, the O’Neill Auto Group, a family-owned and operated business is also Newfoundland and Labrador’s largest luxury vehicle retailer.

The Role:

As the Assistant Controller, you will report directly to the Controller and play a crucial role in overseeing various accounting and financial operations across the dealership group. You will be responsible for maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance with industry standards and government regulations, and supporting the dealership’s overall financial health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Compliance & Auditing
• Cash & Payroll Management
• Team Supervision & Support
• Assist with other tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Preferred: CPA designation (or in progress)
• Minimum 5 years of senior accounting experience, preferably in the automotive industry
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (CDK or similar)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership experience with the capacity to train junior staff
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance

This position will be on-site and offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package including Health and Dental, Employee Assistance Program, Extended Health Care and RRSP matching program with different company events throughout the year.

Apply in Confidence: Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume & cover letter through our website

For more information, please contact: Jacqui Janes | Recruitment & Sales Specialist | jacqui@highertalent.ca Higher Talent | www.highertalent.ca

At Jump Recruitment, we recognize the value of diversity. We are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities JUMP and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodations they may need during the recruitment process. This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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