Financial Controller - Mercedes-Benz Brighton & Mornington

Mercedes-Benz Brighton and Mornington are renowned for delivering exceptional customer experiences, premium service, and automotive excellence. As part of Patterson Cheney Cars and Trucks, one of Australia's largest and most respected family-owned automotive groups, we continue to set the benchmark in luxury automotive retailing.

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Dealership Accountant to lead the finance function across both dealerships. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in financial governance, reporting accuracy, profitability analysis, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a dealership accounting professional looking to take ownership of a high-performing finance operation within a prestigious automotive brand.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package plus company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Leadership role within Victoria's leading Mercedes-Benz dealer group.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic business initiatives.
• Opportunity to influence dealership performance and financial outcomes.
• Career development within a large, growing automotive group.
• Employee discounts on vehicles, servicing, and parts.
• Bunnings Power Pass trade discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Long-term career security with a family-owned business established in 1915.

About the Role

Reporting to and supporting our Mercedes-Benz Group Financial Controller, you will be a trusted Financial Controller for Mercedes-Benz Brighton and Mornington and will:

• Oversee all financial and accounting operations across both dealerships.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and reporting packs.
• Deliver timely analysis of dealership performance, profitability, and key financial metrics.
• Partner with operational leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and fixed asset reporting.
• Prepare and review profit and loss statements and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GST, LCT, Stamp Duty, FBT, and relevant statutory obligations.
• Support external audits and maintain strong internal controls.
• Oversee key accounting functions including creditors, debtors, bank reconciliations, stock control, and cash management.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, and operational efficiencies.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support across dealership finance and administration teams.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Dealership Accountant, or Senior Accountant within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting principles and retail automotive operations.
• Relevant accounting or finance qualifications.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting capabilities.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience with dealership management systems, ideally ERA.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and lead improvements.
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence.

Mercedes-Benz Brighton, Mornington, Waverley and Berwick form part of Patterson Cheney Cars and Trucks, one of Australia's largest privately owned automotive businesses. Employing approx. 1,000 team members, we proudly represent some of the world's most recognised automotive and truck brands.

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This rare opportunity has no closing date, and applications will be reviewed as received.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a National Police Check and hold unrestricted Australian working rights.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.