Accountant

Lithia and Driveway | Dealership Accountant IILocation: Orchard Park Honda, Orchard Park, NYCompensation Range: $21.65-31.23, with a typical starting range of $25.00-30.00. Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.Accounting OperationsOrchard Park Honda is powered by Lithia! Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are essential partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations. With a strong focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Join us and be part of a team where your impact truly drives our goal of Auto Done Easy!We're looking for an experienced dealership accountant who is eager to grow their career, partner with leadership and accounting management, and play a key role in driving dealership success.What You'll DoAccurately process and record dealership transactions, including vehicle purchases, dealer trades, wholesale transactions, and deal postings.Manage accounts payable and receivable activities, including vendor payments, cash receipts, lien payoffs, and collections.Reconcile financial accounts and manufacturer programs, including FTC, rebates, product payables, and intercompany transactions.Support dealership operations through warranty processing, cancellations, refund checks, and customer referral payments.Maintain accurate schedules and records while contributing to overall accounting team success and business objectives.What You'll Bring· Strong accounting knowledge, including debits, credits, chart of accounts, and variance research.· Excellent communication, customer service, and teamwork skills with a high level of professionalism.· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with urgency and accuracy.· Bookkeeping certification, Associate's degree in Accounting, or equivalent accounting experience preferred; automotive industry experience is a plus.· Proficient with office technology and committed to personal accountability, integrity, and continuous growthBenefitsCompetitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid HolidaysPTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1Short and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsHigh School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.