Accounting Clerk-Dealership Experience

Purpose: The mission of the Accounting department is to ensure that the financial and accounting records of the dealership are kept accurately, and to maximize profit by providing timely and accurate information to departmental and upper management.

Job Descriptions:

• Close and correct repair orders that are closed to wrong accounts by Body Shop, Parts and Service departments.
• Reconcile all general ledger accounts and schedules monthly, prior to month end.
• Post journal entries, counter and any other posting as required (i.e. New and Used car deals, checks, general journals, etc.).
• Familiar with checkbook in order to assist Controller in their absence.
• Assist Controller with various special projects.
• Review and reconcile all schedules for recording accuracy and correcting any errors so the accounts are accurately reconciled. Any errors found in this review must be corrected and brought to the attention of the Controller.
• Work with accounting office staff to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of how to reconcile all bank statements monthly.
• Capable of handling any and all problems that may arise in the absence of the Controller.
• Code accounts receivable checks and send to Administrative Support Clerk for deposit.
• Enter incentives.
• Process accounts receivable income and clear schedule.
• Work closely with factory on any incentives, rebates or co-op programs to ensure prompt payment of monies due to the dealership.
• Work closely with upper management and other department managers to insure that their needs are met and the lines of communication remain open.
• Assist all Co-Workers, Managers, Sales Persons, Service Advisors, Vendors, Factories and customers with the information they need promptly and accurately.
• Reconcile reserves statements.
• Review Parts and Service accounts receivable. Review Parts and Service tickets.
• Assist Controller with month end closing.
• Assist with Motorsports accounting.
• Preparation/reconciliation of monthly sales and use tax.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.
• Cross training on all office duties.