Business Manager

1 month ago

Long Beach, United States Harbor Auto Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Harbor Auto Group is family owned and has been serving Long Beach since 1923 (We just celebrated 100 years).  We are one of the oldest Chevrolet dealerships in the State of California.  We are a family owned and operated GOLDEN RULE DEALERSHIP (We Treat Others the Way We Would Want to Be Treated).  One of our core values is “HIRE NICE PEOPLE.”  Our culture is VERY IMPORTANT to us, and it will be protected.  If this describes you and the environment you would thrive in, please continue…

We are currently interviewing for an Experienced Automotive Business Manager to join our leadership team.  Please read this entire description before applying. THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION. 

We are looking for a NICE, motivational, encouraging, fun, HAPPY, leader who fosters a team environment.  Our Golden Rule culture is critical and will be guarded. You must be a LIKEABLE team player who wants to make the difference in the lives of your co-workers, community, and customers. 

WHO AND WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Candidates with a vast knowledge of automotive accounting, currently or recently serving as an office manager, business manager, assistant controller or controller in a new car dealership in Southern California. 
  • Candidates must possess a strong understanding of each desk in the Office (Payables, Receivables, Inventory, Financials, DMV, and Contracts).  Payroll and Human Resources Experience is not mandatory but would be a strong plus
  • Candidates with a “Whatever needs to be done” attitude.  We are looking for someone who can lead and motivate, train every seat in the department, fill in where necessary, and recruit and retain talent.  
  • Candidates who love leading people, who love coaching, who create a better place wherever they go.  
  • Candidates who get stuff done  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OR TRAITS:

  • Proven track record in automotive accounting and strong leadership
  • Overseeing accounting team including Accounts Payable, Receivables, Contracts, DMV, and Inventory Clerk. 
  • Assist in the preparation of the financial statement (working with Controller)
  • Manage floorplan, flooring relationships and procedures
  • Monthly bank reconciliation 
  • Oversee all schedules are being cleared monthly 
  • Maintain effective cash management and tracking procedures
  • Exceptional working knowledge of Dealership DMS (We use Dealertrack)
  • Maintain department systems, tracking and controls
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel or Google Docs
  • Supervise, train, motivate and encourage office personnel
  • Ensure that all manufacturer accounts/receivables are current and accurate
  • Cross Train all dealership administrative staff
  • Maintain a professional appearance
  • Ensure compliance with all legal regulations
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Love to serve others
  • Love people well
  • Willingness to Listen and Learn
  • Positive Attitude
  • Show up on time and ready to work
  • Love learning and growing
  • Get stuff done

WHY ARE WE HIRING?

Our controller retired and we have filled this position out of our centralized office in Wichita, KS. We are looking for someone who will manage the team onsite and work with our remote controller to run an office that is efficient, organized, and supports our dealership well. We want a people person to oversee our staff and systems and service as an additional layer of leadership in-between our office staff and our Controller.  We are wanting to free up time for our controller to help us work on more growth and executive projects, leaving the day to day operations to our business manager.  We have not historically staffed this position, this is a new idea forced by dealership volume and acquisition growth.  

COMPENSATION:

We will be happy to share the pay range during your confidential interview.

BENEFITS:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Personal Time Off
  • Paid Training
  • Opportunities to Advance
  • Family Owned (and Run) Dealership
  • More Details at the interview process

If you fit these criteria, carry on…

Thank you for considering our family of dealerships

Michelle Pitman, Chief Operating Officer, Harbor Chevrolet, Harbor Hyundai and Hyundai Carson

KEYWORDS:

Office Manager, Business Manager, Accounting, Controller, Assistant Controller, Management, Leadership, Long Beach, Hyundai, Chevrolet, Automotive, Dealership, CPA, Organization

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