Dealership Accountant

Want to start your accounting career in a solid industry with a growing Fortune 500 company? If you have the drive to perform, exceed and excel… then we want you to come work with us.

We are committed to Growing our Company and Growing our People!

Lithia Motors, Inc. is one of the largest providers of personal transportation solutions in the United States and is among the fastest-growing companies. Consumers can buy, sell and service vehicles digitally or through our over 300 coast-to-coast locations. Our mission statement, Growth Powered by People, drives us to continuously improve and to give back to our communities.

Dealership Accountant is an entry level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions. This is a traditional accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities. Accounting acumen is required. High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationship and influential leadership skills. This will serve them well on a path to an Accounting Manager Role or if coupled with Automotive and Business acumen on the path to a Business Manager.

• New & Used Retail Car Deals - Posting Deals, Submitting Service & Warranty Contracts
• Wholesale Sales & Used Car Purchases - Recording of vehicle sales, Request & process lien payoffs
• Dealership AP/AR - Processing of cash receipts & vendor invoice, Collection of dealership AR balances, Refunds: 8300, Warranty Cancellations, Regional check runs
• General Dealership Accounting - FTC, RDR, Rebate & Bank Reconciliation, Schedule reviews and maintenance, Accounting for manufacturer monies, Balance Intercompany, Sales Tax

• Bookkeeping Certification, Associates Degree in Accounting or 2-years commensurate experience (required).
• Auto Industry Experience (preferred).
• Retail Sales and/or Customer Service (preferred).
• A critical thinker and effective time manager.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. 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.