Office Manager- Hope Auto

• Location 1400 N Hervey St,Hope, AR, ,United States
• Job Category MAG-AR Holdings

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You are a key leader within the dealership’s accounting office, responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent execution of day-to-day accounting operations. You play a critical role in supporting the integrity of the financials through disciplined processes, attention to detail, and strong team execution.

As Office Manager, you oversee core accounting functions and lead a small team, ensuring work is completed accurately, deadlines are met, and company standards are consistently followed. You partner closely with the Controller or Multi-Store Controller to support the month-end close process, maintain controls, and ensure the accounting office operates with organization, accountability, and consistency.

• Support Financial Reporting + Close Process: Execute and support the monthly close process with accuracy and timeliness; ensure financial data is complete, compliant, and ready to review
• Review + Validate Transactions: Review schedules, reconciliations, and daily accounting activity; identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy across all functions
• Maintain Controls + Compliance: Follow in reinforce internal controls across all accounting processes; ensure reconciliations are completed, reviewed, and issues are addressed promptly
• Oversee Operational Accounting: Monitor deal posting, inventory, receivables, and manufacturer programs to ensure accurate and consistent accounting execution
• Support Financial Analysis: Assist in reviewing financial trends and variances; escal
• Assess Risk + Escalate Issues: Identify risks, inconsistencies, or breakdowns in process; escal
• Lead + Develop the Accounting Team: In partnership with Controller or Multi-Store Controller, supervise and support accounting staff; set clear expectations, provide coaching for accuracy and accountability, and support hiring, onboarding, and development
• Enforce Standards + Improve Processes: Ensure adherence to company accounting standards; identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency
• Maintain a Professional + Controlled Environment: Keep the accounting office organized, secure, and audit-ready; ensure proper handling of sensitive financial information
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work with Sales, Service, and other departments to ensure alignment between operational activity and accounting processes
• Stay Current + Compliant: Complete all required HR, compliance, and platform trainings; ensure team adherence to accounting policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards
• Adapt + Support Business Needs: Support new initiatives and evolving responsibilities as directed by Controller, Multi-Store Controller, or Home Office

• 3+ years of accounting or dealership accounting experience preferred, including strong understanding of schedules, reconciliations, and daily operations
• 1+ years of supervisory or team lead experience preferred
• Experience with CDK or similar dealership systems preferred
• Valid driver’s license. Acceptable MVR and insurability standards.
• Must pass applicable background and pre-employment drug screenings.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

• Strong financial and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to interpret financial data and translate into business insights
• Strong communication and partnership with leadership teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Leadership mindset with ability to coach and develop others
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Experience in an Office Manager or senior accounting leadership role
• Familiarity with multi-store accounting standards and processes

• Manufacturer reporting systems
• AI-assisted productivity and workflow tools (Copilot, automation, reporting enhancements, etc.)
• New technologies, systems, and digital tools that support operational excellence and continuous improvement