Lease & Accounting Support Specialist

Davis GMC Buick - Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned automotive dealership in Lethbridge is seeking a driven Lease & Accounting Support Specialist. The ideal candidate will support customer interactions for lease documentation and manage lease accounting entries. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a customer service mindset are vital. This role offers competitive compensation with advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan

Industry-leading benefit plan

Percentage-based matching RRSP program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in accounting with strong understanding of business accounting principles.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple files and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate meetings with customers for lease documentation.
• Maintain and reconcile lease accounting records.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers.
• Prepare monthly lease schedules and reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

3-5 years’ experience in accounting

Understanding of business accounting principles

Tools

CRM applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a highly experienced accountant who enjoys building customer relationships?

Do you thrive on details and feel confident managing spreadsheets and systems?

Davis Capital Leasing , a division of Davis GMC Buick in Lethbridge, is looking for a driven Lease & Accounting Support Specialist to join our growing team.

In this customer-facing role, you’ll assist in the smooth handling and coordination of customer meetings for lease documentation, while performing and monitoring lease accounting entries, portal reporting and data accuracy. Our ideal candidate comes from a professional administrative and accounting background, understands basic lending principles, is a customer service professional, and values team collaboration. The successful candidate can expect to earn a competitive wage based on skillset and experience, with the opportunity for career advancement as our team continues to grow.

Sales Support Responsibilities :

• Facilitate meetings with customers to complete necessary documentation related to new leases, vehicle deliveries, and lease terminations. Ensure all paperwork is accurate, compliant, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers with inquiries about their lease terms, obligations, end-of-lease options, or account status. Deliver clear, accurate information to help customers make informed decisions.
• Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with both customers and the internal sales team. Share insights, best practices, and feedback to enhance team effectiveness and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Oversee CRM workflows related to lease expirations, renewals, and follow-up activities. Proactively identify renewal opportunities and ensure timely customer engagement to support retention and growth.
• Engage with customers to recommend lease solutions that align with their operational needs and fleet management goals. Assist in identifying opportunities to optimize cost, efficiency, and vehicle utilization.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current leasing programs, promotional offers, rates, and manufacturer incentives. Communicate relevant updates to customers and the sales team to maximize leasing value.

Accounting Support Responsibilities :

Maintain and reconcile lease accounting records for all in-house leases across our dealer network

Record journal entries related to lease revenue, expenses, and asset amortization in accordance with GAAP and company policy

Review and analyze lease agreements and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness

Perform personal and business credit adjudication for lease applicants in accordance with internal guidelines

Collaborate with internal teams including finance and sales to support leasing operations

Prepare monthly lease schedules, reconciliations, and reporting packages for management

Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries

Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of lease accounting systems and processes

Stay up to date with relevant accounting standards, government regulations, and industry best practices

What You Bring :

3-5 years’ experience in accounting with strong understanding of business accounting principles; a background in lending or banking may be considered a strong asset

Demonstrated attention to detail with strong organizational skills to manage multiple files and customers at once

Experience working with a heavy data set within an operational role or similar, including experience in CRM applications

Exceptional customer service, listening and communication skills including the ability to use tact, empathy and to be clear, confident and persuasive when interacting with customers

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially with Excel, and comfortability in learning various dealer software

A valid driver’s license

Why Work for Davis?

Competitive compensation plan which is inclusive of an industry-leading benefit plan and percentage-based matching RRSP program

We are a respected family-owned company with deep community roots and a strong team culture

Support from our leadership team to assist in your success and opportunities for professional growth and development

Who is Davis Capital Leasing?

A division of Davis GMC Buick in Lethbridge, Davis Capital Leasing (DCL) provides a wide range of financing options for personal and business needs as well as fleet management solutions to businesses of all sizes across Alberta, empowering their growth and success.