Dealership Accountant II
Lithia
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Montana • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $45,000 - $65,000 per year
Job Level
JuniorMid-Level
Tech Stack
Spark
About the role
- Process Vehicle Transactions: Record new and used car purchases, dealer trades, and wholesale vehicle sales.
- Contract Submissions: Submit service and warranty contracts accurately and on time.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable: Handle vendor invoice payments, regional check runs, and collection of dealership AR balances.
- Cash & Refund Processing: Manage cash receipts, refund checks, and customer referral checks.
- Reconciliations: Perform FTC, rebate, and intercompany account reconciliations.
- Manufacturer Accounting: Account for manufacturer-related monies such as parts, warranty, and incentives.
- Schedule Reviews: Conduct and maintain schedule reviews using SAR and SPARK Notes.
- Lien & Warranty Handling: Request lien payoffs and process warranty cancellations.
Requirements
- Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of COA, debits and credits; ability to reconcile statements and resolve variances.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and urgency in transactional processing.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening.
- Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Customer Service Orientation: Positive attitude and commitment to exemplary service.
- Team Collaboration: Works well with others and contributes to team goals.
- Education/Experience: Bookkeeping certification, associate’s degree in accounting, or 2 years of relevant experience (required)
- Auto industry or retail/customer service experience (preferred).
Benefits
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
accounting knowledgeCOAdebitscreditsreconciliationsvendor invoice paymentscash receiptsrefund processingcontract submissionsvehicle transactions
Soft skills
attention to detailcommunicationtime managementcustomer service orientationteam collaboration
Certifications
bookkeeping certificationassociate's degree in accounting