Manager (Auto Dealership Services) - Business Process Outsourcing (51180)

Overview We are seeking a Business Process Outsourcing Manager – Dealership Services to join our Advisory Department. As a Manager, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating client financial operations and related activities in a collaborative, professional environment. Responsibilities Run the day-to-day financial operations of our clients including the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, collections, and financial reporting Monitor our team’s usage of internal procedures, processes, and controls Manage both onshore and offshore staff on an ongoing basis as they perform transactional activities, technical accounting activities, and synthesize data into reports or analysis for the clients Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements Manage communications with vendors, customers, partners, shareholders, banks, and other interested parties for each client Manage journal entries, reconciliations, and coordinating the overall effort for the monthly and annual closing processes Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts Review the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances Convert customers to new accounting systems and perform cleanup activities on clients’ books and records Advise and assist with technical accounting decisions Develop models and analysis for client requests Encourage ongoing improvement of internal operations, taking input from key business stakeholders (or senior staff) and developing process, technology, or structural improvements Qualifications Outstanding interpersonal communication skills and is highly effective in developing trusted relationships in person, over the phone, and through written communications Proven experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or other similar position Experience with large and small dealership groups and ability to communicate effectively with ownership, office personnel and other stakeholders Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes and of the structure necessary to run them efficiently and effectively (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.) Knowledge and experience of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) Understanding of data analysis and forecasting Experience with Dealership Management Systems including Tekion, CDK, Reynolds and Reynolds, Dealertrack, Automate as well as other accounting software programs, Quickbooks, netsuite and other applicable as needed Expert in Excel Ability to adapt to AI inclusive objectives for dealers and internally Well-organized with ability to prioritize Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a relevant field is preferred Experience participating in an ERP implementation is a plus Professional certification (e.g. CPA) is a plus Experience with acquisition accounting a plus including buy/sell and APA knowledge Ability to market yourself and drive new business growth a plus Article writing capabilities a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP