Automotive Dealership Office Manager / Controller / Title Clerk

About the role

Our automotive dealership in Novi is hiring an experienced Office Manager / Controller to lead dealership accounting and daily business office operations. We are looking for a hands-on professional who can maintain accurate financial records, manage the monthly close, supervise office staff, and provide ownership with clear financial reporting. Prior automotive dealership accounting experience is required.

• Location: Novi, MI
• Job Type: Full-time, on-site
• Pay: $50,000-$65,000

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and business office operations.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, deal posting, payroll coordination, and general ledger activity.
• Reconcile bank accounts, floorplan accounts, vehicle inventory, and balance sheet schedules.
• Review contracts in transit, funding delays, receivables, and outstanding balances.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and complete month-end and year-end closing.
• Oversee title and registration workflows.
• Maintain internal controls and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Supervise and train office staff, assign responsibilities, and maintain accountability.
• Coordinate with ownership, outside accountants, lenders, and vendors.
• Monitor cash flow and expenses.

Requirements

• Previous automotive dealership experience as an Office Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller.
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting, financial statements, floorplan reconciliation, and month-end closing.
• Experience managing accounting staff and business office operations.
• Experience with Tekion DMS preferred.
• Familiarity with CVR and dealership title and registration workflows preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Accounting education preferred; substantial dealership accounting experience will also be considered.
• How many years of automotive dealership accounting experience do you have?
• Have you independently managed month-end closing and prepared dealership financial statements?
• What experience do you have with Tekion DMS and CVR?
• How many office or accounting employees have you supervised?