Accounting Assistant Lead

The CAR Group (Norm Reeves Dealerships); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life保险

401k Matching and FSA

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (accrues)

Supplemental Insurance (Hospital, Accd

Discounts on Vehicles, Services, and P

Job summary

The CAR Group in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Admin Lead to join our Business Office/Accounting team. This role focuses on overseeing day-to-day administrative and accounting operations within a busy automotive dealership.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions, strong organizational skills, and the ability to lead a small administrative team while ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• CDK experience required.
• Experience across all accounting areas of a dealership Business Office.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day administrative and accounting functions.
• Review and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with reconciliations and Accounts Receivable.
• Support month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain organized dealership files.
• Assist with inventory accounting processes.
• Provide support to administrative staff.
• Collaborate with management to ensure accurate processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Lead/admin team leadership

Tools

CDK experience

Job description

Location: Irvine, CA (On site) | Type: Full Time | Pay Range: $28-$30 an hour | Monday though Friday from 8am-5pm

We’re looking for an experienced Admin Lead to join our automotive Business Office/Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone with strong dealership accounting experience who has worked across multiple areas of the Business Office and understands the day-to-day accounting operations of an automotive dealership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day administrative and accounting functions
• Review and maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Assist with reconciliations, Accounts Receivable, and other accounting functions
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Maintain organized dealership files and records
• Assist with inventory and other dealership accounting processes
• Provide support and guidance to administrative staff
• Partner with management and the Accounting Department to ensure processes are completed accurately and efficiently

Qualifications

• CDK experience required
• Strong experience across all areas of accounting
• Hands-on experience in different accounting positions/functions within an automotive Business Office
• Previous experience handling a variety of accounting responsibilities
• Automotive dealership experience strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting and leading the administrative team

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Complimentary Life Insurance
• 401k Matching and FSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (accrues)
• Supplemental Insurance (Hospital, Accident, Critical Illness)
• Discounts on Vehicles, Services, and Parts