Dealership Business Office Manager
The Business Office Manager helps manage the accounting operations of the business. They maintain an adequate system of accounting records and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk. In addition, this position helps develop periodic financial reports that comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
The business office manager supports the business office employees who are involved in the accounting process, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, inventory, and compliance. They also facilitate the onboarding of new employees and the administration of human resource policies, procedures, and programs.
The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of dealership experience in a position of similar responsibility. They must be detail-oriented, good with numbers and proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
This job description summary outlines core aspects of this position, but additional duties may be required on a routine basis. This job description does not constitute the complete responsibilities for this position.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and analyzes financial statements and monthly reports
- Oversees vendor management and outsourcing
- Maintains an orderly accounting system
- Maintains accounts payable/receivable
- Processes payroll and tax liabilities
- Issues timely and complete financial statements
- Complies with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings
- Supervises the office staff, which includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Organizes and supervises all administrative functions, such as budgeting, accounting, data collection, record maintenance, etc.
- Ensures all Human Resources and payroll functions are operational and works cooperatively with the corporate office to handle employee issues as needed
- Assures that required HR training is completed
- Cross trained in all accounting positions
