General Accounting Clerk

General Accounting ClerkA General Accounting Clerk is responsible for performing accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.Specific Job-Related Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommunicates and works closely with the office manager/Accounting Manager/Controller daily.Prepares and reconciles bank deposits.Posts internals and other accounting entries as directed by office manager.Calculates Dealer Trades.Inputs/stocks in new vehicles into the computer system as directed by the office manager.Reconciles statements and the ledger making sure that payments are consistent with dealership schedules.Reconciles cash and other schedules as assigned.Maintains and reconciles petty cash system.Provides title clerk with information on all purchased vehicles for title list.Assists in monthly closings.Assists with accounts receivable, payable and special projects, as necessary.Reconciles and deposits service and parts receipts, including charge cards, on a daily basis.Enters finalized cash receipts and updates accounts receivable ledger by customer.Files all cash receipt records, check stubs, and bank receipts.Cross-trains others for this position as directed by management.Maintains a professional appearance and a neat work area.Reinforces company policies and adheres to all company standardsMaintains and inspects for compliance with all applicable laws and regulationsEnsure proper internal controls are in placeReview the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable, and floor plan payableWarranty and after market reconciliationInput Inventory and Close customer dealsGeneral Company Related Duties and ResponsibilitiesReport to work within acceptable time frames and company standards.Maintain appropriate degree of professionalism towards customers and coworkers.QualificationsMinimum high school diploma or GED equivalent requiredMust have experience within an automotive dealership office (automotive billing, registering vehicles, automotive titles, etc.)Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals as well as calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentagesUnderstanding of basic document editing in WORD, EXCEL, ADOBE, and HTML.Current, valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)Working ConditionsThe employee will work indoors in a professional office environment.