Dealership Compliance Auditor
Company Overview
Our client is a nationally recognized leader in the automotive retail industry, operating across multiple states with a strong reputation for integrity, innovation, and customer service. With annual revenues exceeding $5 billion, the organization is committed to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented culture. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes professional development, cross-functional learning, and long-term career advancement.
Role Summary
The Dealership Compliance Auditor is a newly created position designed to enhance the company’s internal audit and compliance capabilities. This role plays a key part in promoting ethical practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving operational efficiency across dealership locations.
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the auditor will conduct dealership audits, support compliance training, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and strengthen internal controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform dealership audits including compliance reviews, DMV licensing, warranty processes, and inventory assessments.
- Support internal audit functions such as SOX testing, third-party audits, and financial reporting controls.
- Monitor and report on the completion of compliance training and adherence to company policies.
- Collaborate with Finance, Sales, and Accounting teams to investigate and resolve compliance concerns.
- Identify compliance risks and implement corrective action plans to address vulnerabilities.
- Deliver in-store compliance training and guidance, particularly for new hires.
- Maintain and update compliance documentation, policies, and procedures.
- Provide regular reports to leadership on audit findings and program effectiveness.
Key Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in dealership operations, compliance, or internal audit.
- Automotive dealership experience strongly preferred; audit experience ideal.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent professional experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
- Familiarity with dealership systems and consumer financial services.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to travel locally up to 15%.