Senior Accountant

Description

PURPOSE

The Senior Accountant is   responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the dealership’s   accounting office and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal   controls, and financial workflows. This role manages administrative and   accounting staff, reconciles designated accounts and bank statements,   oversees month-end and year-end closing processes, and ensures timely and   accurate sales tax filings. The Senior Accountant also serves as the primary   contact for vendor billing issues and supports leadership by maintaining   accurate, transparent, and compliant financial records.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Oversee   daily operations of the accounting office, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and   compliance with dealership accounting standards.
• Manage and   support administrative and accounting staff, including training, workflow   oversight, and performance guidance.
• Perform   reconciliation of designated general ledger accounts, bank statements, and   financial schedules.
• Lead month-end   and year-end closing processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data   is complete and accurate.
• Prepare   and submit monthly and quarterly sales tax filings in accordance with state   and local regulations.
• Maintain   and monitor internal controls to safeguard dealership assets and ensure   compliance with accounting policies.
• Review,   analyze, and resolve vendor billing issues; serve as primary liaison for   vendor communication.
• Ensure   accurate posting of transactions, including accounts payable, accounts   receivable, inventory, and payroll-related entries.
• Collaborate   with department managers to ensure proper documentation, timely reporting,   and adherence to financial procedures.
• Assist   with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as requested by   leadership.
• Maintain   confidentiality of financial and personnel information at all times.
• Perform   other duties as reasonably assigned to support dealership operations.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or finance required.   Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounts payable,   receivable or general accounting is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial   reporting.
• Experience in Tekion DMS or equivalent systems and dealership   management systems preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. 

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to collaborate with various departments to align with   dealership goals.
• Ensures accuracy in financial reporting, reconciliations, and   documentation.
• Provides guidance, support, and oversight to accounting and   administrative staff.
• Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual   deadlines.
• Demonstrates strong command of accounting systems, spreadsheets, and   dealership software.
• Demonstrates strong command of accounting systems, spreadsheets, and   dealership software, including Microsoft (word, excel, power point).