Dealership Accounting Clerk - Groton, Connecticut, United States

Dealership Accounting Clerk Company Description Victory Automotive Group is family owned and operated since 1997 with over 50 locations across the United States. We provide the best opportunities for all employees, customers, communities, and each manufacturer we represent. Our continued commitment is to improve our dealerships and services to satisfy our customers’ wants and needs 100 percent of the time and always provide a pleasant, informative, and professional experience. Job Description The Dealership Accounting Clerk ensures the validity and accuracy of accounting functions on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis. They work to ensure a timely transfer of all information that affects accounting and payroll. They handle financial records, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll taxes, bank reconciliations, and work in our Dealer Management Systems. This person posts vehicle transfers, reconciles and pays off vehicles, as well as reconciling and paying vendors for vehicle related products. This position assists customers and banks with refunds and cancellations. In addition, this person provides administrative support such as answering phones, typing, filing, data entry and record keeping, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate has dealership experience with an emphasis on office functions, as well as Reynolds and Reynolds experience is a plus. The preferred candidate has a degree in Accounting or Business Administration and at least one year of experience in a position of similar responsibility. They must be detail-oriented and good with numbers and skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Responsibilities Maintains an orderly accounting system Receives, reconciles, and processes vendor invoices Prepares customer invoices and credit batches Reconciliation of daily cash deposits Prepares accounts payable checks and posts all open items in accounts payable daily Reconciles statement and ledger and ensures payments are consistent with set schedules Maintains petty cash systems Assisting customers and banks with refunds and cancellations Complies with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings Maintains updated files for accounts receivable and payable Ensures that all accounting transactions comply with financial policies and procedures Provides administrative assistance as needed Attends all staff meetings, training, and educational classes as required Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Dealership and Reynolds and Reynolds experience a plus College degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred One year of experience in a business office environment with general accounting responsibilities Strong computer and internet skills Able to deal with confidential information appropriately Strong attention to detail and interest in accuracy Experience with business applications and accounting software a plus Communication skills, verbal and written Problem solving and analytical skills Data entry and time management skills Professional and dependable Compensation Competitive Pay Based on Experience Medical Benefits Paid Vacation Holidays Professional Workplace Non-Smoking Workplace Drug Free Workplace Opportunity for Advancement Direct Deposit 401(k) with Company Match Victory Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr