Accounting Bookkeeper Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Growing Team

Ideal Auto Group is seeking an experienced Accounting Bookkeeper Manager to oversee the accounting operations for our multi-location collision repair business. This is a leadership role responsible for managing daily bookkeeping functions, supervising accounting staff, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting shop operations.

If you're organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced automotive environment, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily accounting and bookkeeping operations for multiple collision repair shops.
• Supervise and train shop bookkeepers and accounting staff.
• Review and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Reconcile insurance payments and customer deposits.
• Monitor repair order (RO) accounting and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare month-end closing, journal entries, and financial reports.
• Assist with payroll coordination and employee reimbursements.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls.
• Work closely with shop managers, operations, and executive management.
• Coordinate with external CPA during month-end and year-end reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in automotive dealership or collision repair accounting is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Dealer Management Systems (DMS), CCC, or Mitchell is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple locations and meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Collision repair accounting
• Insurance claim accounting
• Multi-location accounting
• Automotive dealership accounting
• ADP Payroll experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Stable, growing automotive organization
• Supportive management team

Why Work With Us?

At Ideal Auto Group, you'll be part of a rapidly expanding organization with multiple collision centers and dealerships. We invest in our people, promote from within, and provide opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on our accounting operations

Ideal Auto Group is a rapidly growing automotive organization operating multiple dealerships and collision repair centers throughout the Northeast. Our headquarters provides accounting, finance, HR, and operational support across all locations. We are committed to excellence, teamwork, and developing long-term careers for talented professionals. As we continue to expand, we're looking for motivated individuals who want to grow with us and contribute to building an industry-leading organization.

Company Description

Ideal Auto Group is a rapidly growing automotive organization operating multiple dealerships and collision repair centers throughout the Northeast. Our headquarters provides accounting, finance, HR, and operational support across all locations. We are committed to excellence, teamwork, and developing long-term careers for talented professionals. As we continue to expand, we're looking for motivated individuals who want to grow with us and contribute to building an industry-leading organization.