MUST HAVE Automotive Dealership Office Manager /Controller/Title Clerk

Job Description Job Description
Location: Novi, MI
Job Type: Full-time, on-site
Pay: $50,000-$65,000

Our automotive dealership in Novi is hiring an experienced Office Manager / Controller to lead dealership accounting and daily business office operations.

We are looking for a hands-on professional who can maintain accurate financial records, manage the monthly close, supervise office staff, and provide ownership with clear financial reporting. Prior automotive dealership accounting experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and business office operations.
  
  
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, deal posting, payroll coordination, and general ledger activity.
  
  
• Reconcile bank accounts, floorplan accounts, vehicle inventory, and balance sheet schedules.
  
  
• Review contracts in transit, funding delays, receivables, and outstanding balances.
  
  
• Prepare monthly financial statements and complete month-end and year-end closing.
  
  
• Oversee title and registration workflows.
  
  
• Maintain internal controls and resolve accounting discrepancies.
  
  
• Supervise and train office staff, assign responsibilities, and maintain accountability.
  
  
• Coordinate with ownership, outside accountants, lenders, and vendors.
  
  
• Monitor cash flow and expenses.
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous automotive dealership experience as an Office Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting, financial statements, floorplan reconciliation, and month-end closing.
  
  
• Experience managing accounting staff and business office operations.
  
  
• Experience with Tekion DMS preferred.
  
  
• Familiarity with CVR and dealership title and registration workflows preferred.
  
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  
  
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
  
  
• Accounting education preferred; substantial dealership accounting experience will also be considered.
  
  

To Apply

Submit your resume outlining your dealership accounting background, management experience, and familiarity with Tekion DMS and CVR.

Application Questions

1. How many years of automotive dealership accounting experience do you have?
   
   
2. Have you independently managed month-end closing and prepared dealership financial statements?
   
   
3. What experience do you have with Tekion DMS and CVR?
   
   
4. How many office or accounting employees have you supervised?