Position: Automotive Accounting Clerk
Job Status: Full-time, non-exempt
Department Reports To: Controller and CFO
Position Overview: The Automotive Accounting Clerk is a pivotal role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting operational managers in tracking and managing financial transactions related to sales activities. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the integrity of the company's financial data and providing valuable insights to aid in decision-making processes.
Responsibilities:
- Daily Bank Activity: Review and accurately post daily bank activity, ensuring that financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately.
- Account Reconciliation: Reconcile various accounts, including cash clearing/sales, CIT, customer down payments, accounts receivable, payables, floor plan, and more. Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and resolve discrepancies as needed.
- Scheduling: Maintain and update schedules for specific financial activities, such as Cash Sales Service (Schedule #203), Car Deal (Schedule #210), Wholesale Accounts Receivable (Schedule #211), Returned Items - Bad Checks (Schedule #212), Parts and Service Accounts Receivable (Schedule #216), OEM Division Accounts Payable (Schedule #217), and more. Ensure that these schedules are accurate and up-to-date.
- Collaboration with Operational Managers: Collaborate closely with operational managers to follow up on aged balances and ensure that accounting entries related to sales activities are posted accurately and in a timely manner.
- Special Projects: Participate in special projects as required to support the overall financial operations of the Sales Department. This may involve data analysis, process improvements, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing financial efficiency and accuracy.