Administrative Assistant

Mercedes-Benz of South Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gayle Benson Automotive Group in D’Iberville, MS is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role supports management and dealership staff, handles a variety of accounting office and administrative duties, and helps keep daily operations running smoothly.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, with strong communication and organizational skills. Automotive dealership experience and familiarity with CDK are preferred, and the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience required; automotive dealership experience preferred.
• Experience in a dealership accounting office is highly preferred.
• CDK experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and help guide daily workflow.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently as well as with a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to take on new responsibilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to management and dealership personnel.
• Assist with a variety of accounting office and administrative functions as needed.
• Organize, review, and maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Assist with data entry, filing, processing paperwork, and other office duties.
• Help coordinate daily tasks, prioritize assignments, and follow up to ensure timely completion.
• Communicate professionally with employees, management, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Identify opportunities to improve office organization, efficiency, and workflow.
• Take initiative in addressing administrative needs and resolving routine issues.
• Provide support across multiple areas of the office as business needs change.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Administrative experience

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

CDK

Job description

Location: D’Iberville, Mississippi Gayle Benson Automotive Group is seeking a motivated, organized, and versatile Administrative Assistant to join our team in D’Iberville, MS. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their workday, can adapt to changing priorities, and takes initiative to keep operations running smoothly.

Gayle Benson Automotive Group Location: D’Iberville, Mississippi Gayle Benson Automotive Group is seeking a motivated, organized, and versatile Administrative Assistant to join our team in D’Iberville, MS. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their workday, can adapt to changing priorities, and takes initiative to keep operations running smoothly. The successful candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented professional with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and the confidence to take ownership of responsibilities. Experience working in an automotive dealership accounting office and familiarity with CDK are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to management and dealership personnel.
• Assist with a variety of accounting office and administrative functions as needed.
• Organize, review, and maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Assist with data entry, filing, processing paperwork, and other office duties.
• Help coordinate daily tasks, prioritize assignments, and follow up to ensure timely completion.
• Communicate professionally with employees, management, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Identify opportunities to improve office organization, efficiency, and workflow.
• Take initiative in addressing administrative needs and resolving routine issues.
• Provide support across multiple areas of the office as business needs change.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience required; automotive dealership experience preferred.
• Experience in a dealership accounting office is highly preferred.
• CDK experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and help guide daily workflow.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently as well as with a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to take on new responsibilities as needed.

Benefits That Support You And Your Family

Gayle Benson Automotive Group offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and time away from work. Eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plan options, with dental and vision coverage also available. Additional benefits include virtual doctor visits, company-paid life insurance, voluntary disability coverage, and confidential Employee Assistance Program services. Our employees also enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan with company match, and employee discounts.

Join Our Team!

If you are a proactive professional with leadership abilities, a strong work ethic, and the flexibility to handle a variety of administrative responsibilities, we encourage you to apply. Join Gayle Benson Automotive Group and become part of a team that values professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and excellence.

Gayle Benson Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.