Dealership Accountant I

About the Role

Audi St. Paul is powered by Lithia, 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. With a strong focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career.

What You'll Do

• Process Daily Transactions: Handle daily check and credit card deposits and assist with reconciling the cash sales accounting schedule.
• Audit Car Deals: Review deals for accuracy and completeness using the Deal Checklist before submission to the Accounting Processing Center.
• Report Issues: Maintain notes on missing or incorrect items in the Booked and Pending report and support compliance tracking.
• Support Documentation and Compliance: Scan documents into the Digital Deal Jacket and review IRS Form 8300s for accuracy.
• Collaborate with Store Operations: Work with store teams and Business Managers to implement process changes and ensure revenue recognition.
• Assist with Accounting Schedules: Help maintain reconciled accounting schedules as assigned by the Business Manager.
• Cross-Train and Provide Backup: Learn the Title & Registration Specialist role to support other accounting functions when needed.

What You'll Bring

• Accuracy in auditing and processing financial documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Tech Proficiency: Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and web-based applications.
• We prefer experience of 1+ years in a dealership environment or experience processing car deals.

Pay

Compensation Range: $16.85–$26.46 an hour. The anticipated starting pay for this role is $19.00–$25.00+. Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays
• PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs