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DARCARS Automotive Group

Sells and services cars through regional dealerships

Automotive Accounting Controller

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Silver Spring, MD, USA
In Person
AccountingFinancial Accounting

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience as an Automotive Controller or 4 years as an Assistant Controller in an automotive dealership group.
  • Extensive experience in retail automotive accounting.
  • Experience in financial analysis and expense control.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Stable and verifiable employment history.
Responsibilities
  • Accurately report dealership financial performance to the General Manager and corporate leadership.
  • Analyze sales and expenses to identify risks and profitability opportunities.
  • Provide timely financial reviews and performance updates to management.
  • Interpret financial statements and operating reports to identify trends.
  • Hire, train, and supervise accounting office personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable laws.
  • Review and maintain general ledger reconciliations, including bank accounts, factory payables, reserves, and floor plans.
  • Oversee weekly scheduling, reviews, and maintenance of accounting functions.
  • Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business is preferred.

About the company

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DARCARS Automotive Group

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DARCARS Automotive Group sells cars and trucks through dealerships along the eastern United States, from the Washington, DC area to Connecticut and Florida. Its stores represent mainstream and luxury automakers, including Toyota, Honda, Ford, Lexus and BMW, and customers can search inventory across the group before choosing a local dealership. Shoppers can trade in a vehicle, compare models online and arrange financing through a dealership. The business earns money from vehicle sales and leases, parts and repair work, with service centers and collision shops handling maintenance and accident damage throughout car ownership. Founded in 1977, DARCARS is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bethesda, MD

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • Certification costs get support: DARCARS advertises Automotive Service Excellence reimbursement and paid Maryland inspection training.
  • Technicians get schedule options: the Silver Spring technician opening advertises an available four-day week and Sundays off.
  • Internal learning has its own platform: DARCARS University supports employees' skills and career development.

What critics are saying

  • Sales earnings depend on results: DARCARS' Silver Spring sales representative position pays commission.
  • Sales work reaches beyond office hours: the Silver Spring representative role requires evenings and weekends.
  • Technicians need equipment already: DARCARS' Silver Spring mechanic role requires applicants to have basic tools.

What makes DARCARS Automotive Group unique

  • Rentals add another sales channel: participating DARCARS Maryland dealerships rent Toyota pickups, sedans and other vehicles.
  • Commercial buyers have dedicated inventory: DARCARS Ford of Lanham sells box trucks and vans with specialized bodies.
  • Stores share financial oversight: DARCARS' controller role spans dealership accounting and central operations.

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