Dealership Accountant I

About the role

Drive Your Career Forward with Lithia & Driveway Mercedes-Benz of Paramus is powered by Lithia! Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are essential partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations.

Responsibilities

• General ledger posting of new & used car deals
• Schedule reviews and maintenance
• Account coding & processing vendor invoices
• Accounting for manufacturer monies
• RDR & rebate reconciliations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation and team collaboration
• Critical thinking and time management
• Attention to detail and urgency
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Active listening and initiative-taking
• Basic accounting knowledge (e.g., COA, debits/credits)
• Ability to research and resolve variances
• Entry to mid-level computer and office skills

Benefits

• Best-in-class industry benefits
• Full salary range: $16.85-26.45 annually
• Ath anticipated starting pay: $20-25, based on factors such as skills, experience, and internal equity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid life insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle purchase discounts
• Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Auto industry experience (preferred)
• Prior Accounting experience required
• High School graduate or equivalent required
• 18 years or older