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Lithia & Driveway Dealership Accountant I in Baierl Toyota of Cranberry Twp, United States
Dealership:L0622 Northeast Finance Center
Are you looking for an Entry-Level Position in the Automotive Industry?
Baierl Ford is in need of a Dealership Accountant!
Dealership Accountant I is an entry level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions. This is a traditional accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities. Accounting acumen is required. High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationship and influential leadership skills. This will serve them well on a path to an Accounting Manager Role or if coupled with Automotive and Business acumen on the path to a Business Manager
Position Overview
Area of Responsibility
Submission of Service Contracts
Submission of Warranty Contracts
New car purchases and Dealer trades
Recording of used car purchases
Request and process lien payoffs
Processing of cash receipts
Regional check runs
Processing and payment of vendor invoices
FTC reconciliation
Accounting for manufacturer monies (parts, warranty, incentives, misc)
Posting to Intercompany accounts
Other duties as assigned
Additional Qualifications
The following knowledge, skills and abilities are needed to be successful in this position:
A team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service.
A critical thinker and effective time manager.
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
Active Listening – give full attention to the words and body language of others, take time to understand the points being made and ask questions as appropriate
Positive customer service attitude
Empowered self- leader, accepts responsibility and takes initiative to ensure assigned deliverables are met within acceptable timeframes
Understands Basic Accounting - familiar with COA, debits and credits
Ability to quickly review, research and if necessary, resolve variances
Entry to mid-level office and computer skills
High School Diploma (required)
Auto Industry Experience (preferred)
Retail Sales and/or Customer Service (preferred)
Proficiency Standards
Integrity - Acts ethically, maintaining a commitment to honesty and truth in all facets of behavior that builds the trust of others
Work Ethic - Delivers accurate, timely and consistent results while understanding the need to balance short-term sacrifice for long-term gain
Team Player - Supports the overall efforts of the team to accomplish departmental and Company goals and objectives
Team Builder - Acts as a role model within the department in all facets of assigned job duties, while effectively providing feedback to team members and earning respect as a leader
Lithia Hiring Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent.
18 years or older
Possess an acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license in state of residence
A criminal history background check will be conducted prior to beginning employment
Clear pre-employment drug screen
We offer best in class industry benefits:
Competitive pay
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
High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.