Automotive Office Manager – Dealership Experience Required

A well-established automotive dealership located in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Office Manager to lead and coordinate the administrative and accounting operations of the dealership. This reputable automotive dealer operates within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, emphasizing teamwork, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. With a strong presence in the local community, the dealership offers stability, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive workplace culture.

The Office Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of daily office activities while maintaining accurate financial processes and compliance with regulations. The candidate will oversee office staff, including accounting and title clerks, ensuring that all administrative tasks run efficiently and effectively. This role requires multitasking, problem-solving abilities, and a keen sense of detail to manage activities such as accounts payable and receivable, bank deposits, schedules, reconciliations, and accurate posting of deals and inventory.

In addition to managing internal workflows, the Office Manager will coordinate with department managers across sales, service, and parts operations to support overall dealership functions. They will also be responsible for maintaining vendor relationships, managing office supplies, and ensuring that the facility’s operational needs are met. Support for HR functions, including onboarding, payroll coordination, and personnel file management, is also essential in this position. Strong leadership and communication skills are required to uphold dealership policies, confidentiality, and operational standards.

Candidates with previous automotive dealership office management experience are highly preferred, with CDK experience considered an advantage but not mandatory. A solid understanding of dealership accounting procedures and DMV/title requirements is critical for success in this role. The dealership offers a generous pay plan combined with great benefits such as healthcare, dental insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid vacation time. The employment opportunity is full-time and offers a stable career pathway with room for advancement within the dealership group.

This position suits individuals who are professional, dependable, and solutions-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a high-energy environment. Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship are required. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment background checks, including motor vehicle records and drug screening.

Joining this dealership means becoming part of a collaborative team that values integrity, community involvement, and professional development. If you have a passion for automotive business management and thrive in office leadership roles, this opportunity offers a rewarding career with a trusted and reputable dealership in Charleston, SC.