Automotive Accounting Office Manager

Description

Location: West Palm Beach

JOIN OUR Schumacher Family

Are you a master of numbers with a knack for organization? Join our dynamic team as an Accounting Office Manager and bring your passion for precision to life! In this pivotal role, you'll manage financial operations, oversee administrative tasks, and ensure our office runs like a well-oiled machine. With your stellar communication skills and keen eye for detail, you'll be the backbone of our financial success. If you're ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment, we want to hear from you! 

Schumacher Auto Group of the Palm Beaches opened its doors in 1971 starting with Schumacher Buick. It has achieved its growth by building a strong commitment to its customers and the community. We have an obligation to deliver the very best experience to our customers. With a strong focus on customer service, we have grown to be one of the top brands in South Florida.  Schumacher carries a wide variety of vehicles, including Lincoln, Volkswagen, Infiniti, Volvo, Subaru, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram to name a few. 

We are looking for dedicated, motivated, and top talent. Our philosophy is to always promote from within and advance and reward hard-working individuals. We offer the best compensation in the industry here in South Florida, and excellent benefit packages for our employees. 

Why Choose Us? Here's just a few to mention…….

• Brand Icon Company in business for over “52 years."
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Program to include - Low rates for high and low deductible medical plans with United Health Care a nationwide carrier; Met Life Dental Insurance; Met Life Vision Insurance
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance (STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Legal Consultative Services, Health Savings Account)
• Employee Assistance Program (Consulting Services, Work/Life Balance Support)
• 401K Savings and Retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off to include vacation time, sick time, major holidays, bereavement leave
• Family Fund, a company contribution to support employees with medical hardships
• Degrees at Work Program; earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree along with books for FREE at our Delray location 
• Discounts to our employees on vehicles, service, and parts
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.

If you are looking to make a difference and want to join a family company that appreciates and cares for its employees by rewarding hard work and commitment, Schumacher is the place. 

Position Description:

Automotive Accounting Office Manager will processes and generates financial data for all dealership departments, which together represent the accurate financial condition of the business. Provides accurate reporting to the dealer/general manager and is responsible for accounting office and administrative functions.

Automotive Accounting Office Manager - Essential Duties

• Hires, trains, and supervises office personnel.
• Analyzes and organizes office operations and  procedures.
• Utilize CDK accounting software to manage and streamline accounting operations, including setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Train staff on CDK software functionalities and ensure efficient utilization of the system across the department.
• Generate and analyze CDK reports and data to support financial planning and decision-making processes.
• Controls all posted documents, including time records, vehicle deals, commissions and additions and changes to inventory.
• Prepares daily bank deposit and cash report.
• Controls petty cash amounts for dealership and sales department.
• Reconciles select accounts monthly.
• Approves adjustments to inventory and receivable accounts.
• Ensures that all manufacturer accounts including warranty claims, rebates, interest, protection, and co-op advertising accounts are current and accurate.
• Prints monthly journals, schedules and general ledger. Closes month by processing accounting month-end.
• Assists in completion of annual audit.
• Stays abreast of current factory incentives and codes deliveries on dealership computer system accordingly.
• Administers charge-back program for late charges to inventory.
• Prepares monthly floor plan reconciliation
• Prepares sales commission/chargeback detail reports.
• Manages the payoff of vehicle floor plan and works with bank representatives.
• Approves new charge accounts and oversees collection of past due accounts.
• Compiles information and