Office Manager/Assistant Controller

Jim Barnard Chevrolet•Town of Riga, NY

2d•$55,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Jim Barnard Chevrolet is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated Office Manager/Assistant Controller to join our family-owned Chevrolet dealership in Churchville, NY. For over 54 years, we have built our reputation on exceptional customer service, long-term employee relationships, and a loyal customer base that returns generation after generation. Unlike many dealerships today that are owned by large dealer groups, Jim Barnard Chevrolet remains a locally owned and operated dealership where employees are known by name, contributions are recognized, and decisions are made close to home. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting or office manager to play a key role in the financial operations of a well-established dealership. You'll work closely with ownership and management while helping oversee the daily operations of the business office and supporting the dealership's continued success.

Requirements

Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Experience supervising office employees.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and team-oriented approach.
Strong integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and employee information.
Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent work experience.
Professional references.

Nice To Haves

Previous automotive dealership accounting experience.
Understanding of dealership financial statements and accounting processes.
Knowledge of GAAP principles.
Experience with Auto/Mate, Dealertrack, R&R, CDK, or similar dealership management systems.
Experience with payroll processing, reconciliations, and month-end closing procedures.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support office staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
Oversee day-to-day office operations and administrative procedures.
Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
Reconcile vehicle floor plan accounts and customer loan payoff accounts.
Post accounting transactions accurately within the dealership management system (DMS).
Perform daily cash reconciliation and bank deposits.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain accounting schedules.
Process and reconcile manufacturer warranty receivables, rebates, incentives, and other dealership receivables.
Calculate and process employee commissions.
Process weekly & monthly payroll.
Prepare and submit sales tax, tire tax, and other required tax filings.
Generate daily and monthly financial reporting for dealership management.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Maintain compliance with manufacturer, state, and company accounting policies and procedures.
Assist in preparing and submitting monthly financial statements to General Motors.
Assist the Controller and Dealer Principal with special projects and financial analysis as needed.