Regional Automotive Office Manager — Lead Accounting

The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision/Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee vehicle discounts

Professional development

Career advancement

Long-term stability

Job summary

The Hertrich Family of Dealerships is expanding and seeks an experienced Automotive Office Manager to lead our regional Business Office teams. You will oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and coordinate with HR on payroll and commissions.

With a focus on internal controls and process improvement, you will drive efficiency, mentor staff, and support growth across multiple dealerships within the Delmarva region.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Automotive Office Manager experience preferred.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience required.
• Strong accounting and reconciliation knowledge.
• Proven leadership and team-development skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced dealership environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• MS Office and dealership systems proficiency.
• DealerTrack experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the dealership Business Office/accounting team.
• Oversee daily accounting and administrative operations.
• Ensure accuracy of financial schedules and reconciliations.
• Review general ledger accounts, bank reconciliations, and payables.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Analyze income, expenses, and account variances.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance standards.
• Ensure timely and accurate dealership financial reporting.
• Partner with dealership management and department leaders.
• Support payroll and commission processes in coordination with HR.
• Train, develop, and support Business Office team members.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Organization

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DealerTrack

MS Office

Job description

The Hertrich Family of Dealerships is expanding and seeks an experienced Automotive Office Manager to lead our regional Business Office teams. You will oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and coordinate with HR on payroll and commissions.

With a focus on internal controls and process improvement, you will drive efficiency, mentor staff, and support growth across multiple dealerships within the Delmarva region.