Job Description

Description

Dealership: L0611 Grand Forks APC Lithia Grand Forks Office

Want to start your accounting career in a solid industry with a growing Fortune 500 company? If you have the drive to perform, exceed and excel… then we want you to come work with us.

We are committed to Growing our Company and Growing our People!

Lithia Motors, Inc. is one of the largest providers of personal transportation solutions in the United States and is among the fastest growing companies in the Fortune 500 (#252-2020). Consumers can buy, sell and service vehicles digitally or through our over 250 coast to coast locations. Our mission statement, Growth Powered by People, drives us to continuously improve and to give back to our communities.

Responsibilities:

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.

New & Used Retail Car Deals - Posting Deals, Submitting Service & Warranty Contracts 
Wholesale Sales & Used Car Purchases - Recording of vehicle sales, Request & process lien payoffs
Dealership AP/AR - Processing of cash receipts & vendor invoice, Collection of dealership AR balances, Refunds: 8300, Warranty Cancellations, Regional check runs
General Dealership Accounting - FTC, RDR, Rebate & Bank Reconciliation, Schedule reviews and maintenance, Accounting for manufacturer monies, Balance Intercompany, Sales Tax

Qualifications:

Bookkeeping Certification, Associates Degree in Accounting or 2-years commensurate experience (required).
Auto Industry Experience (preferred).
Retail Sales and/or Customer Service (preferred).
A critical thinker and effective time manager.
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral

?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