Automotive Office Manager

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE Our independent dealership has been built on hustle, relationships, and a genuine love for the business — and now we need the financial backbone to match. We're looking for a seasoned accounting professional who has lived and breathed the dealership world and is ready to step in, take ownership, and build something solid. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment, know your way around a vehicle jacket as well as a general ledger, and want a seat at the table with ownership — this is the role for you. Responsibilities Be the primary administrator of QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise — from chart of accounts to custom reporting Keep the vehicle inventory ledger airtight: tracking every unit from acquisition through sale, including cost basis and flooring lines Run the full AP/AR cycle and make sure nothing falls through the cracks Close the books on a regular cadence — daily spot checks, weekly summaries, and clean monthly financials Produce meaningful P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports that actually drive decisions Hunt down discrepancies before they become problems and put permanent fixes in place Stay ahead of sales tax deadlines, TAVT filings, and all state/local compliance obligations Manage payroll end-to-end, including tax deposits and filings Partner with ownership on budgeting, forecasting, and spotting opportunities to run leaner Provide day-to-day direction to office staff (team of 15–20) as needed Qualifications These are non-negotiable. At least 3years handling accounting at a franchised or independent car dealership Mastery of QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise — QBO experience alone will not qualify you Deep fluency in vehicle inventory accounting and how it flows through the financials Hands-on familiarity with Georgia sales tax, TAVT calculations, and deal paperwork Someone who needs minimal oversight and holds themselves to a high standard NICE TO HAVE You've managed the books across more than one legal entity simultaneously Your title has included Controller, Accounting Manager, or Full-Charge Bookkeeper Company Description Fast-growing company with multiple opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr