Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Advertising, Analysis Skills, Autodialers, Automotive Management, Automotive Sales, Commission Calculation, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Document Management, Employee Assistance Plan, Financial Statements, Government Regulations, Internet Application, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Past Due Accounts, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Sales Tax, Scholarship, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
St Louis, MO
POSTED
12 days ago
Job Description
Plaza Motors in Creve Coeur is busier than ever, and we need to add an Automotive Accounting Manager to our team. We are now under the umbrella of MileOne Autogroup, one of the largest, privately-owned auto groups in the United States. When you join our team, we have room for you to grow YOUR career alongside of us!
Experience Everything MileOne has to Offer:
Competitive compensation
Great opportunities for advancement
Positive, success driven work environment
Our MileOne Employee Advantage:
MileOne believes that taking care of our employees is the most important step in creating a positive workplace and a successful company. MileOne offers a number of exclusive benefits and programs that are designed to help our employees and their families succeed both at home and in the workplace.
MileOne Employee Advantage includes health and financial benefits, and training and mentoring. We also offer an Employee Purchase Program, the MileOne Support Fund: by Employees, for Employees, the NextMile Scholarship Program, an Employee Assistance Program and more.
Summary:
The Automotive Accounting Manager processes and generates financial data for all dealership departments, which together represent the accurate financial condition of the business. This person also provides accurate reporting to the dealer/general manager and is responsible for accounting office and administrative functions.
Essential Duties:
Hires, trains, and supervises office personnel
Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and the manufacturer's format and time frame
Controls all posted documents, including time records, vehicle deals, commissions, any additions and changes to inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable
Prepares daily sales report
Controls petty cash amounts for dealership and sales department
Controls monthly sales tax reconciliation and remittance
Provides a timely daily operating control (DOC) and keeps the dealer/general manager informed about trends
Oversees daily bank activity
Ensures that all manufacturer accounts including warranty claims, rebates, interest, protection, and co-op advertising accounts are current and accurate
Calculates monthly manager commission
Approves new charge accounts and oversees collection of past due accounts
8300 preparation and submission
Compiles information and prepares reports as requested by management and/or dealer principal
Prepares bank reconciliation
Assists with year end close
Qualifications:
Four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Automotive accounting experience required
Experience with CDK preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence, reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to calculate figures and apply mathematical concepts
Management experience required
High level of initiative and ability to work on a team
Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software, internet proficiency and general mathematics skills
MileOne Autogroup is an equal opportunity employer and we maintain a drug free work environment.
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