Office Manager/Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Hawk Auto Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing automotive group with multiple dealership locations throughout Illinois. As a trusted name in the industry, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations, from sales and service to customer satisfaction and community engagement. We are multi-franchised in a corporate setting. The Office Manager/Controller role combines financial oversight with administrative duties, ensuring smooth operations and accurate financial reporting. Bring your strengths, and we’ll increase your knowledge as we grow together. If you have experience in dealership accounting and management, you may be the candidate we are looking for. We offer competitive pay and full benefits!

This role is required to be on-site at the corporate office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger and financial reporting, focusing on understanding the general ledger's role, the key financial statements, and the importance of accurate record-keeping and reconciliation.
• Keep the Controller informed of any crucial matters associated with the financial activities of the dealerships.
• Prepare for month-end, quarterly, and year-end documents, ensure all transactions are recorded; reconcile accounts, prepare financial statements, review for accuracy and completeness. Including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
• Provide effective accounting support to management team/departments. Focus on timely, accurate, insightful information. 
• Ensure adherence to best accounting practices and procedures.
• Be an intricate part of the preparation process of the financial statement. (Floor plans/general ledgers/EOM closing).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Successfully interact with staff and outside support team
• Dealership Accounting experience 3+ years required
• Management experience 3+ years required
• Have a working knowledge of the software CDK is a plus
• Action-orientated person
• Workload some weeks may require 40+ hours

Benefits:

• Medical plans
• Dental plans
• Vision
• Life insurance paid by employer

   

• 401k Retirement plan

   

• Paid Vacation

   

• Paid Holidays

   

• Employee Assistance Program

  Hawk Auto Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.