Staff Accountant III

DriveTime Family of Brands includes in‑house financing and servicing through Bridgecrest, which is one of the country’s leading financial servicing providers. Bridgecrest services roughly $25+ billion in finance receivables for DriveTime and other third parties. We service auto loans across a wide credit spectrum with the intent of creating a strong path to vehicle ownership for our customers. Job Overview In short, as a Staff Accountant, you will perform key functions within the accounting segment and will have broad general exposure to accounting segments and functions. Working under the direction of Senior Accountants and the Controllers, you will prepare and record journal entries, prepare month‑end reconciliations and analysis, and assist in data compilation and validation for special projects and significant accounting models. Responsibilities Preparing monthly reconciliations and journal entries for items such as cash, fixed assets, payroll, prepaids, general accruals, etc. Completing month‑end closing responsibilities. Researching accounting guidance and making recommendations where necessary. Assisting in preparation and communication of management reports. Supporting external and internal auditors with quarterly reviews and annual audits. Working on process improvement, documentation, and control implementation. Interacting with customers by providing monthly reporting, answering inquiries, and helping with special projects. Assisting in variance analysis on performance to budget and performance to forecasts. Desired Skills and Experience Organization and time management skills in spades. You’ll be handling multiple projects and deadlines that will require you to prioritize then re‑prioritize… then… re‑prioritize again. Excellent verbal and written communication skills – the ability to talk and write with confidence, charisma and competence for a wide variety of audiences. Killer analytical and reporting abilities. You’ll need the capability to analyze financial data and prepare timely reports on your findings. Detail‑oriented. Okay we know it’s on about every job description – but we really mean it! Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. 2-3 years’ overall experience in accounting. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Intermediate Excel skills. Nice to Haves Licensed CPA. Accounting audit experience. General Ledger experience. Benefits We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in‑person and work‑from‑home environments. This position has an on‑site expectation of a minimum of three days a week. Medical, dental, and vision – DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top‑tier healthcare coverage. 401(K), company‑paid life insurance policy, short and long‑term disability coverage, and more. Growth opportunities – DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally, with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year. Tuition reimbursement – we’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. Wellness program – self‑guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives, and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities. Competitive pay across the organization. Paid time off – wellness days, holidays, and personal time. Part‑timers receive vacation time based on hours worked. Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr DriveTime