Stuteville of Poteau is seeking an experienced Accounting Office Manager to oversee the dealership's accounting and administrative operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for payroll, financial statements, accounting processes, and supervising accounting staff.

This position works directly with the Controller and plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the dealership's financial records.

This is not a general office management position - it requires strong accounting knowledge, precision, and the ability to manage detailed financial processes.

Who Thrives in This Role

This position is ideal for professionals who:

• Take pride in accurate financial records and clean reconciliations
• Naturally spot discrepancies and resolve them quickly
• Have hands-on experience with month-end closing and financial statements
• Enjoy both leading a team and staying involved in the day-to-day accounting work
• Are highly organized, process-driven, and detail-oriented

This role may not be a good fit for individuals who prefer high-level strategy over detailed financial work or who do not enjoy working with numbers, reconciliations, and financial reporting daily.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (low premiums and low deductibles)
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Opportunity to grow within a stable, locally owned, multi-store dealership group

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Management

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements
• Complete month-end and year-end closing processes
• Maintain accounting journals, ledgers, and financial records
• Verify accuracy of invoices and accounting documents
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Reconcile records with internal departments, vendors, and customers
• Compile and prepare financial and operational reports

Payroll Administration

• Process semi-monthly payroll and special payroll cycles
• Manage payroll tax requirements
• Coordinate employee benefit deductions with Human Resources

Leadership & Office Operations

• Train, supervise, and support accounting staff
• Ensure dealership accounting procedures are followed consistently
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes
• Maintain organized and compliant financial records

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on dealership accounting experience
• Experience with payroll processing, financial statements, and general ledger management
• Working knowledge of general ledger and chart of accounts
• Strong understanding of financial statements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
• High level of integrity, dependability, and professionalism

Preferred

• Degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds dealership software

Stuteville of Poteau is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on 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.