Director - Accounting Operations at Holman Enterprises in Vancouver, Washington

Job Description:

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What's Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.




The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.



Holman is looking for a Director - Accounting Operations to develop and implement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives, contributing to the long-term success of the business while continuously assess and optimize accounting processes and workflows, seeking innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.


This person must reside in or be commutable to one of our retail hubs, which include: Mount Laurel, NJ, Fort Lauderdale, FL, Portland, OR, San Diego, California or Colorado.



What will you do?

• Oversee and lead the Platform Controllers and Manager of Vendor Management


• Oversee dealership financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to align with company goals and objectives.


• Lead, mentor, and motivate the accounting team to achieve high levels of performance and productivity.


• Partner and support on the planning and execution of operational and central service initiatives


• Oversee the Profit Protection Program initiative, coordinating among the Platform Controllers, VMT, Procurement and Retail Operations, frequently updating and partnering senior leadership of retail automotive


• Understand and analyze standardized pay plans, working with Platform Controllers and Controllers to achieve a smooth rollout


• Oversee compensation related projects including data gathering, analysis, reporting, etc.


• Understand and analyze loaner programs, ensuring accounting is accurate, depreciation rates are appropriate, incentives are optimized, and partnering closely with retail operations


• Active leader in the planning and execution of accounting functions for buy/sells, new points, wind downs and other projects requiring coordination with Platform Controllers or Controllers.


• With direction from FP&A, support the preparation and updating of proformas


• Review the consolidated One Stream financial statements for the dealership entities reviewing for and resolving questions about patterns, inconsistencies, unexpectedly high or low balances in accounts, etc.


• Support the Retail Corporate Accounting team on real estate entries (rent, leases, depreciation), variance analysis, questions related to dealership accounting entries and balances, etc.


• Foster a collaborative, positive, and professional work environment across all levels of the accounting team.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting principles, regulations, and standards (E.g., GAAP, tax laws).


• Oversee Dealership Accounting audits and internal controls to maintain financial integrity and prevent fraud.


• Collaborate closely with Centralized Accounting to ensure a smooth flow of transactions between Centralized Accounting and dealership accounting


• Analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.


• Implement best practices and technological advancements to streamline accounting operations.


• Work closely with other departments, such as sales, operations, and HR, to ensure cohesive and efficient accounting practices.


• Support and align with business decisions across the organization to foster growth and success.


• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field required, Master's preferred

• 8+ years' experience, including 5+ at a leadership level; multiple levels of reporting relationships strongly preferred


• Experience managing accounting teams and overseeing complex financial operations


• Familiarity with the automotive industry, including dealership accounting practices, industry-specific regulations, and financial processes a plus


• Extensive knowledge and experience within own function and general knowledge of areas, departments and/or function(s) within and across other disciplines

• Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function


• Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure

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At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That's why we are listening, open to learning new things - about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It's The Holman Way.




At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type):

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Life and Disability Insurance


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401(k) plan with Company Match


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty


• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave


• Paid Military Leave


• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits:



Regular Full-Time


We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.



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Temporary or Part-Time


In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.



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Pay:



We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $189,530.00 - $298,515.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay and bonus earnings.



Equal Opportunity Employment and Accommodations:



Holman provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.


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