Accounting Manager / Controller - Mike Savoie Chevrolet Inc

Mike Savoie Chevrolet is a third-generation family-owned dealership that has been in business since 1966, yet remains one of the fastest growing dealerships in the Metro Detroit area! We pride ourselves on doing the right thing for our customers and our employees. We have many employees that have been with us for numerous years and contribute to our family atmosphere. If you're looking for a great environment where dedication, hard work, and integrity are valued, apply today! 

We are looking for a process oriented and efficient Accounting Manager / Controller to perform accounting and payroll functions and assist the Chief Financial Officer with all Office functions. This role’s payroll duties include collecting timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring employees receive their weekly pay on time. As well as administering employee health and welfare plans and acting as a liaison between employees and insurance providers. Additionally, this role will serve as the Senior Accountant within the Office and assist the CFO with various daily and monthly accounting functions including, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. To be successful in this role you should be able to carry out all tasks with high attention to detail. A strong Microsoft Excel skillset is required.

Benefits:

• BCBS/BCN Medical (PPO and HMO plans offered)
  • Company Sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) Available
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Aflac
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Closed Weekends
• Professional Sporting Events Company Raffles
• Company Apparel Program
• Holiday and Monthly Birthday Celebrations

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily bank reconciliation and assist CFO with cash management
• Collaborate with CFO on monthly financial statement preparation and internal reporting
• Validate accounting schedules and work with department managers to resolve outstanding items
• Monitor daily invoices from manufacturer and perform weekly account reconciliation
• Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and assist CFO with monthly close
• Manage fixed asset schedule and prepare annual personal property tax returns
• Oversees attendance tracking and ensures managers perform weekly timecard approvals
• Pays employees by calculating pay and deductions and issuing checks on a weekly basis.
• Administers health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes and terminations.
• Processes required documents through payroll, insurance, and 401(k) providers to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper deductions.
• Learn back-office processes and serve as a backup to other team members, including costing, billing, and account payable.
• Assist CFO with yearly tax and payroll forms; such as income tax payments, W2, 1095-C, 1099, 941, and others as required.
• Conducts audits/reconciliations of payroll, benefits, or other HR programs and recommends corrective action.
• Assists with recruitment and interview process. Tracks status of candidates in HR software and responds with follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process.
• Maintain employee files and assists with new hire onboarding process and termination/offboarding process.
• Co-Host monthly manager meetings to update teams on Accounting, Payroll, and HR topics.
• Maintain employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
• Prepare accounting and payroll reports as requested by CFO or Vice President
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Someone who thrives in a process-oriented environment.
• A team player who is willing to learn and collaborate with others in the Office.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, specifically excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn Dealership Management Software (DMS), knowledge of payroll software is beneficial.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or higher required
• Accounting Degree or Prior experience highly preferred.
• Experience working in an office setting 
• Prior human resource or payroll processing experience highly preferred
• Previous dealership experience a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.