Office Manager - Lone Star Chevrolet

Sonic Automotive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off that Grows with You

Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options

Exclusive Travel Deals on Hotels, Rentals & Airfare

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Houston is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and manage office staff. The ideal candidate must have dealership accounting experience, strong leadership skills, and hands-on expertise with general ledger management. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits, including 401(k), paid time off, and numerous employee perks. Join a Fortune 500 company with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience as an Office Manager or senior accounting lead in an automotive dealership.
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting processes, financial statements, and month-end close.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger management, journal entries, reconciliations, and close-out processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including bank postings and reconciliations.
• Partner with the Controller to prepare and submit monthly financial statements.
• Lead and manage office staff including accounting clerks and receptionists.

Skills

Dealership accounting processes

Leadership

General ledger management

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Financial statement analysis

Tools

CDK

Reynolds & Reynolds

Dealertrack

Job description

Office Manager - Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston, TX at Sonic Automotive

Location: 18900 Northwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77065

Job Type: Accounting/Auditing

Experience: Associate

About

AtLone Star Chevrolet,a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

• $75,000 - $90,000 / year
  • Depending on experience and qualifications

Job Description

Summary:

The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing daily and monthly accounting operations for the dealership while managing office staff and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This role partners closely with the Controller to maintain accounting integrity, support end-of-month close, and provide leadership to the office team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Controller to prepare and submit monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Oversee daily accounting operations including bank postings, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Lead and manage office staff including accounting clerks, receptionists, and cashier personnel
• Conduct daily asset meeting follow-ups and schedule reconciliations
• Perform SOCs reconciliation and other accounting operations as assigned
• Review and approve accounting adjustments related to inventory, cost of sales, and expenses
• Manage month-end close responsibilities including accruals, schedules, reconciliations, and posting of deals
• Track and reconcile fixed assets, depreciation, and prepaid expenses monthly
• Analyze expense trends and provide reporting to leadership
• Support insurance and workers’ compensation claim processing
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and documentation
• Provide occasional back‑up support for reception or cashiering as needed
• Must have prior experience as an Office Manager or senior accounting lead in an automotive dealership
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting processes, financial statements, and month-end close
• Hands‑on experience with general ledger management, journal entries, reconciliations, and close‑out processes
• Proven ability to lead office staff and delegate workflow effectively
• Experience with dealership management systems (CDK preferred; Reynolds & Reynolds or Dealertrack a plus)
• Must be authorized to work in the USA
• Must pass pre‑employment screenings including background check, MVR, drug test, and possess a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• General Motors (GM) or public automotive franchise experience
• $75,000 - $90,000 / year
  • Depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• Monday - Friday
• Flexibility required to stay late or work occasional weekends during month-end close.
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off that Grows with You
• Sundays Always Off
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases
• Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
• Exclusive Travel Deals on Hotels, Rentals & Airfare
• Career growth in a Fortune 500 Company

All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines