Dealership:

L0650 Northwest Finance Center

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Helena

Full-Time Dealership Accountant Needed!

• 80 Hours of PTO front loaded on day 1
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
• Great benefits and career opportunities
• Starting Pay: $20.00 - $24.00/hr. DOE
• Location: 3401 US-12, Helena, MT. 59601

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Helena is a part of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE:LAD), the largest automotive retailer in the U.S. and was named a 2023 Top Workplaces award winner.

We are one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 500 (#140 for 2024). With over 330+ dealerships worldwide representing over 50 brands in 3 countries!

Dealership Accountant I

Dealership Accountant I is an entry level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions. This is a hybrid accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities and title processing. Accounting acumen is preferred. High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationship and influential leadership skills.

Position Overview/Area of Responsibility

• Title work - primary responsibility
• Processing of cash receipts
• Additional tasks may be assigned:
• Submission of Service Contracts
• Submission of Warranty Contracts
• New car purchases and Dealer trades
• Recording of used car purchases
• Request and process lien payoffs
• Processing of cash receipts
• Regional check runs
• Processing and payment of vendor invoices
• FTC reconciliation
• Accounting for manufacturer monies (parts, warranty, incentives, misc.)
• Posting to Intercompany accounts

Additional Qualifications

The following knowledge, skills and abilities are needed to be successful in this position:

• Understands concept of Basic Accounting - familiar with COA, debits and credits.
• Ability to quickly review, research and if necessary, resolve variances
• Entry to mid-level office and computer skills -basic excel and outlook skills preferred
• Auto Industry Experience (preferred)
• Customer Service experience required
• A team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service. - this is a must! this position is our customer service job
• A critical thinker and an effective time manager. - important!
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency. - absolute must
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Active Listening – give full attention to the words and body language of others, take time to understand the points being made and ask questions as appropriate
• Positive customer service attitude - must
• Empowered self- leader, accepts responsibility and takes the initiative to ensure assigned deliverables are met within acceptable timeframes - important

Proficiency Standards

• Integrity - Acts ethically, maintaining a commitment to honesty and truth in all facets of behavior that builds the trust of others
• Work Ethic - Delivers accurate, timely and consistent results while understanding the need to balance short-term sacrifice for long-term gain
• Team Player - Supports the overall efforts of the team to accomplish departmental and Company goals and objectives
• Team Builder - Acts as a role model within the department in all facets of assigned job duties, while effectively providing feedback to team members and earning respect as a leader

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• 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

Lithia Hiring Requirements

• Current and valid drivers license is required
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 18 years or older
• Possess an acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license in state of residence
• A criminal history background check will be conducted prior to beginning employment
• Clear pre-employment drug screen

NOTE: This job description applies only to the specific employing entity and location of an individual’s employment. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).