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Automotive Office Manager - Troy, Michigan, United States

  • Account manager, Accounting Officer, Automotive, Business Office, Office Manager
  • Troy, Michigan, United States
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AUTOMOTIVE OFFICE MANAGER

Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

THE POSITION: The Office Manager assists in the fair representation of the financial condition of the company, implements controls to ensure compliance, and completes the activities necessary either personally or through subordinates.

THE PERKS:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
  • Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
  • Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
  • 401(k) and Employer Match
  • Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Proficiency with Reynolds & Reynolds/Ignite System, or the ability to quickly learn.

Education and Experience:

  • Accounting degree or related field preferred.
  • 1-3 years of general office and accounting/finance experience.
  • 1-3 years of dealership experience required.
  • Working knowledge of dealership documents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Prepares daily bank deposit.
  • Prepare daily cash report.
  • Reconcile and replenish cash boxes and petty cash.
  • Post mechanics' time records daily.
  • Post manual journal entries, counter tickets not posted by the computer system, and any other postings as required.
  • Maintain control of posted documents.
  • Post monthly standard entries.
  • Set up fixed asset and prepaid asset accounts.
  • Work with office staff to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Prepare payroll on a timely basis, post payroll, and maintain payroll records.
  • Prepare tax reports, tax deposits and tax returns in a timely, accurate manner.
  • Maintain payables control: post invoices, prepare checks, and reconcile statements.
  • Post additions and modifications to inventory, both to manual stock record sheets and to the computer.
  • Administer charge-back program for late charges to inventory.
  • Reconcile inventories monthly and provide Business Manager with proposed adjustments.
  • Reconcile open cash weekly.
  • Reconcile select account monthly, prior to month end.
  • Assist in completion of annual review/audit.
  • Complete end-of-month accounting reports.
  • Prepare employee health/life benefit payments.
  • Keep an updated file of all job descriptions.
  • Prepare monthly floor plan report for use in commission calculations.
  • Prepare sales commission/chargeback detail reports.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. 
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations. The group employs nearly 2,500 individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities.  The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission: To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience. 

Our Core Values: Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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Automotive Account Receivables and Payables - Troy, Michigan, United States

  • Accountant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable/Receivable Coordinator, Accounts receivable, Automotive
  • Troy, Michigan, United States
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLES CLERK

Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

THE POSITION: The Accounts Payable/Receivables Clerk compiles and maintains accounts payable records.

THE PERKS:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
  • Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
  • Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
  • 401(k) and Employer Match
  • Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • One to two years related experience and/or training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Match invoices to receiving documents.
  • Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
  • Prints and obtains signatures on all accounts payable checks.
  • Distributes signed checks as required.
  • Prepares garnishment checks per reports from payroll.
  • Post invoices into the computer system.
  • Answers all vendor inquiries.
  • Generate accounts payable and refund checks.
  • Research vendor statements, phone calls and discrepancies.
  • File paid and unpaid invoices and statements.
  • Assists with monthly closings.
  • Prepare deposits.
  • Reconcile payments including cash, credit cards and checks.
  • Research and solve payment discrepancies.
  • Adjust accounts as needed.
  • Assists with monthly closings.
  • Reconcile and replenish cash boxes and petty cash.
  • File and maintain revenue records.
  • Reconcile general ledger account balances.
  • Maintain a cooperative manner with other employees.
  • Any other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations. The group employs nearly 2,500 individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities.  The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission: To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience. 

Our Core Values: Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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Automotive Finance Manager - Troy, Michigan, United States

  • Automotive, Finance Manager, Financial Advisor, Financial Analyst, Special Finance
  • Troy, Michigan, United States
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FINANCE MANAGER

Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is Passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

THE POSITION: The Finance & Insurance Manager is responsible for producing additional revenue for the facility by selling finance and insurance products to new and used vehicle customers. Must comply with information security program. Must present a professional appearance.

THE PERKS:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
  • Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
  • Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
  • 401(k) and Employer Match
  • Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum of two years in automotive sales.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • One to two years related experience and/or training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all sources of finance and insurance products, factory and otherwise.
  • Submit proper documentation to obtain approval for all possible finance transactions.
  • Work with sales management to establish and maintain a program that will ensure a 100-percent turnover to the Finance & Insurance department.
  • Work with Sales Managers to secure a reasonable profit from each transaction.
  • Establish forecast for finance department in conjunction with sales department to achieve a desired percent of penetration and income.
  • Verify the accuracy of all title, lien information, taxes, and other documents on customer paperwork. Ensure accuracy of customer information in dealership data bases (including e-mail addresses).
  • Notarize deal paperwork as required.
  • Forward completed deals to office in a timely manner.
  • Acquire licenses for selling insurance, if applicable.
  • Prepare monthly reports on finance penetration and products sold.
  • Keep sales management up to date with regard to rates and products.
  • Complete all training certifications as directed by management.
  • Follow policies and procedures as set forth in the Personnel Policy Manual and other corporate policies. Any other duties as assigned. 

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations. The group employs nearly 2,500 individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities.  The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission: To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience. 

Our Core Values: Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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