Accounting Associate

T E C Industrial Inc; Swanston (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Group is seeking a dependable Accounting Associate to support day-to-day accounting and administrative functions in our automotive operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable with numbers and spreadsheets, and capable of maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment. Automotive experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or relevant coursework preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or office experience.
• Basic understanding of invoices, payments, and financial records.
• Comfortable using Excel and other computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Enter invoices, payments, credits, and other financial transactions accurately.
• Assist with reconciling vendor statements, invoices, and internal records.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting documentation.
• Assist with processing and tracking vendor payments.
• Support daily and monthly reconciliation activities.
• Enter and maintain information in accounting and internal business systems.
• Assist with basic reporting and spreadsheet tracking.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices, payments, and missing documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Problem-solving

Time management

Professional communication

Data entry

Automotive industry knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Base Pay $22.00 - $26.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt

Accounting Associate

Position Summary

Ghafari Group is seeking a dependable and detail-orientedAccounting Associate to support the day-to-day accounting and administrative functions of our automotive operations.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in accounting while gaining hands-on experience within the automotive industry. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets, and able to maintain accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment. Previous automotive experience is a plus but not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Enter invoices, payments, credits, and other financial transactions accurately.
• Assist with reconciling vendor statements, invoices, and internal records.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Help identify and research discrepancies between invoices, payments, and accounting records.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting documentation.
• Assist with processing and tracking vendor payments.
• Support daily and monthly reconciliation activities.
• Enter and maintain information in accounting and internal business systems.
• Assist with basic reporting and spreadsheet tracking.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices, payments, and missing documentation.
• Support accounting related to automotive parts, repairs, inventory, and vendor purchases.
• Assist the accounting team with month-end preparation and other administrative accounting responsibilities.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling company and financial information.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred but not required.
• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, administrative, or office experience.
• Basic understanding of invoices, payments, debits, credits, and financial records preferred.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, and other computer systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn accounting processes and automotive industry operations.
• Previous experience in an automotive dealership, collision center, body shop, parts department, or similar environment is a plus but not required.
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Data entry and recordkeeping
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts payable/accounts receivable
• Problem-solving
• Organization and time management
• Professional communication
• Ability to learn new systems quickly

Physical Requirements / ADA

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or workstation.
• Ability to frequently operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Ability to occasionally move throughout the office or automotive facility as necessary to perform essential job duties.
• Ability to occasionally move or transport files, office supplies, or similar materials weighing up to approximately 20 pounds.
• Ability to review information on computer screens, documents, invoices, and other business records.

Reasonable Accommodation: Ghafari Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Ghafari Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable asking questions. You do not need to be an experienced accountant to succeed in this position. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and attention to detail who wants an opportunity to develop their accounting skills while learning the automotive business.