Automotive CFO – Multi-Store Dealership Group
Location: [Syracuse, New York]
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
Employment Type: Full-time
Are you an experienced automotive finance leader looking for your next challenge?
Whittaker Auto Group is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with automotive dealership experience to lead the financial strategy of our growing dealership group. This role is ideal for a finance professional who understands new and used vehicle sales, F&I, service, and parts operations and can optimize dealership profitability while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
What You’ll Do:
✅ Develop and implement financial strategies to drive profitability and operational efficiency.
✅ Oversee dealership accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
✅ Manage relationships with floor plan providers (Ford Motor Credit, KeyBank, etc.) and optimize working capital.
✅ Lead dealership DMS implementation (Automate, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar) and financial reporting.
✅ Work closely with department heads to enhance sales, service, F&I, and parts performance.
✅ Implement AI-driven financial tools and improve internal processes.
What You Need:
✔ Automotive dealership experience (required) – at least 5 years in a CFO, Controller, or similar role.
✔ Strong knowledge of dealership financials, reinsurance, floor planning, and compliance.
✔ Expertise in DMS systems (Automate, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar).
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA or MBA preferred).
✔ Leadership experience with a track record of optimizing financial performance.
Why Join Us?
⭐ Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
⭐ Growing dealership group with strong leadership
⭐ Opportunity to implement new financial strategies and technologies
⭐ Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Apply Now! If you have automotive finance experience and want to take your career to the next level, send your resume to billy@billywhittakercars.com or apply online at trophyauto.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person