Office Manager/Controller - Automotive

Jays Chevroelt; Wauseon (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Jay's Chevrolet in Wauseon, OH is seeking a driven Office Manager to keep our dealership operations running smoothly behind the scenes. This leadership role supports a high-energy automotive team and requires strong organizational and communication skills to manage daily office tasks.

The role involves handling accounting, payroll, title processing, deal funding, and DMV documentation, while ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive dealership office management or accounting preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with title processing, deal funding, and DMV paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dealership office operations, including accounting, billing, and financial reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Reconcile dealership accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Supervise and support administrative and clerical staff.
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies, manufacturer guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Process payroll and maintain employee records in coordination with HR functions.
• Coordinate with department managers to streamline office workflows and communication.
• Manage title and tag processing, deal funding, and DMV documentation.

Skills

Office leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

CDK

Reynolds & Reynolds

Dealership management software

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About the Role

Jay's Chevrolet in Wauseon, OH is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Office Manager to keep our dealership running smoothly behind the scenes. This is a key leadership role where you'll be at the heart of our operations, supporting a high-energy automotive team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love bringing order to complexity, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dealership office operations, including accounting, billing, and financial reporting
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Reconcile dealership accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closings
• Supervise and support administrative and clerical staff
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies, manufacturer guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Process payroll and maintain employee records in coordination with HR functions
• Coordinate with department managers to streamline office workflows and communication
• Manage title and tag processing, deal funding, and DMV documentation

Requirements

• Prior experience in automotive dealership office management or dealership accounting strongly preferred
• Proficiency in dealership management software (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of automotive accounting principles and financial controls
• Experience with title processing, deal funding, and DMV paperwork
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and multitasking skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with sales, service, and finance teams
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred

About Us

Jay's Chevrolet has proudly served the Wauseon, OH community and the surrounding Fulton County area as a trusted name in automotive sales and service. Our customers keep coming back because of our honest, friendly approach and commitment to quality — and our employees stay because we treat our team like family. Come be part of a dealership that values hard work, integrity, and community.