Automotive Accounting Clerk

About the role

The Accounting Clerk will have a strong background in automotive dealership accounting and be proficient in CDK (formerly ADP) Dealer Management System. This role performs a variety of accounting clerical tasks related to the maintenance/processing of payable/receivables account records, statements, and invoices. Working closely with the accounting team to maintain accurate financial records and assist with month-end closing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily deposits
• Run cc reports for sales, service, wholesale and retail parts
• Collect cash/checks from all rooftops and wholesale/retail parts
• Post cash/checks for sales and services
• Run deposit reports for sales, service, wholesale and retail parts
• Scan checks to bank
• Process 8300 forms for any cash deals $10K and over
• Collect all reserve statements for prior month
• Post all bank reserves for each statement
• Post and add adjustments to F&I log
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with month-end closing processes
• Create journal entries in CDK to move inventory, floor plan, and depreciation
• Ensure all paperwork and registrations match plates and vin#s; give to managers at each rooftop
• Collect toll invoices for parts trucks and loaners, send to service dept. to be charged to customers
• Manage Retail and WHSL schedules, run to make sure daily posts are correct
• Cut checks weekly for parts customers
• Post Subaru invoices to correct accounts; code invoices that are not codded; reconcile
• ECP/Diamond Coat – Check emails from aftermarket for signed ECP contracts; cut checks weekly
• Dealer Tags – Tracking for all tags for renewal (assigned by rooftop in the Keytrac machines); pay Sunpass invoices on dealer tags
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A professional with the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• High-level proficiency in CDK, accounting software and other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to break down projects into manageable tasks and establish a structured approach.
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic.
• A valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits Program to include - Low rates for high and low deductible medical plans with United Health Care a nationwide carrier; Met Life Dental Insurance; Met Life Vision Insurance
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance (STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Legal Consultative Services, Health Savings Account)
• Employee Assistance Program (Consulting Services, Work/Life Balance Support)
• 401K Savings and Retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off to include vacation time, sick time, major holidays, bereavement leave
• Family Fund, a company contribution to support employees with medical hardships
• Discounts to our employees on vehicles, service, and parts
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.

Pay

Salary range: $35,000 - $45,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

8-hour shift
Day Shift

Education/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field is preferred in lieu of a degree, three years of equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience in accounting or finance required.