Qualifications
Education
College diploma or the equivalent
Degree in Accounting, Bachelor Degree preferred.
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Other
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
Professional personal appearance.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to meet company's production and quality standards.
Physical Requirements
Surroundings
spend time indoors in air-conditioned areas.
Sitting
for prolonged periods
Standing
on a regular basis
Walking
on a regular basis
Bending, twisting and/or stooping
infrequently
Kneeling and/or Squatting
infrequently
Lifting
25 lbs to 50 lbs
infrequently
Reaching and/or lifting overhead
infrequently
Climbing
stairs
Repetitive hand/finger movement
for prolonged periods
Grasping/grabbing with hands
infrequently
Pushing and Pulling
infrequently
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Expectations
General Expectations
Devote himself/herself to insuring satisfaction to customers.
Determine management, production and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.
Attend company meetings as required.
Maintain a follow-up system that encourages follow through with assigned projects.
Establish personal performance goals that are consistent with company standards of productivity and devise a strategy to meet those goals.
Review and analyze actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to determine how to better utilize time and plans more effectively.
Understand the terminology of the business and keep abreast of technology changes in products and services.
Know and understand the federal, state and local requirements which govern the company’s business.
Follow lawful directions from supervisors.
Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
Participate in performance management.
Interact well with others and be a positive influence on employee morale.
Uphold the company’s non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.
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Job-Specific Expectations
Responsible for posting & reconciling all accounts payable vendor statements, paying vendors weekly by check, EFT, ACH, post any schedule corrections necessary, maintain up-to-date filing system, update vendor profiles, issue 1099’s at year-end, order business cards
Responsible for applying for, receiving & posting payment for all manufacturer new vehicle incentives, researching issues with non-payment, maintain schedule, post any schedule corrections as necessary.
Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, issue stop payment requests when needed
Enter all supplemental data for monthly financial statements by due date
Calculate and post month-end and year-end adjusting entries
Calculate & file monthly sales & use tax reports
Responsible for state & federal filings including but not limited to DOT, UCC, sales tax and dealer license renewals, permit renewals, various governmental surveys
Assist sales department by preparing new or updating dealer agreements, posting monthly dealer reserve statements, preparing mid-month and month-end chargeback reports
Backup to Accounts Receivable, Payroll & HR functions
Train all accounting staff when necessary
Supervise receptionists, prepare work schedule for receptionists
Assist Controller by reconciling or analyzing various accounts
Assist in Floor Plan audits
Unclaimed Property Administrator
Create forms, documents, signs using Adobe or Publisher
Assist in event planning for department and company events
Other duties as assigned
Job Skills Required:
5-years accounting experience
Extensive computer skills to include Windows, Word and Excel, Email capabilities
Must be detail-oriented and organized
Experience:
BS Accounting or related experience or substitution with job experience
Previous experience in dealership operations desirable