Accountant - Auto Dealership

Sudbay Chrysler Dodge Inc; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and life

401(k) retirement plan with company 2x

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

Sudbay Chrysler Dodge Inc. in Gloucester, MA is seeking an experienced Dealership Accountant to support month-end closes and targeted financial reporting.

The role requires 2+ years in dealership or automotive retail accounting and strong Excel skills. You will process vehicle sales costs, reconcile vendor invoices and floor plans, maintain schedules for receivables/payables, and assist with sales tax, audits, and year-end deadlines in a fast-paced dealership environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience, dealership or automotive retail preferred.
• Formal education in Accounting or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Process vehicle sales deals and post journal entries to GL.
• Reconcile factory invoices, floor plan statements, bank accounts, and rebates.
• Maintain and clean up accounts receivable, accounts payable, and vehicle inventory schedules.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Variance detection

Dealership accounting experience

Education

Formal education in Accounting

Tools

Reynolds & Reynolds

CDK Global

Dealertrack

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Dealership Accounting: Process vehicle sales deals, verify cost of sales, and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile factory invoices, floor plan statements, bank accounts, and manufacturer rebate schedules.
• Schedules Management: Maintain and clean up core dealership accounting schedules (accounts receivable, accounts payable, and vehicle inventory).
• Financial Reporting: Assist the Controller in preparing monthly financial statements and manufacturer-specific financial reports.
• Compliance & Tax: Prepare monthly sales tax returns and assist with end-of-year audit preparations.

What You’ll Need

• Experience: 2+ years of accounting experience (dealership or automotive retail environment highly preferred).
• Education: Formal education in Accounting or equivalent working experience.
• Systems: Proficiency with dealership management systems (DMS) like Reynolds & Reynolds, CDK Global, or Dealertrack is a major plus.
• Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel skills and a sharp eye for variance detection.
• Traits: Ability to thrive in a professional environment and meet strict end-of-month manufacturer deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive wage based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay