Accounting Clerk

HHM Talent; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical and dental benefits after 60+

Sick days and holidays

Vacation based on service

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

HHM Talent is assisting an automotive client in Charlotte, NC, by recruiting an Automotive Accounting Clerk to support daily dealership accounting operations, including posting vehicle sales, deposits, and receivables. The ideal candidate has prior accounting experience, attention to detail, and thrives in a fast-paced team setting.

The role offers the opportunity to grow within a well-established automotive group and to contribute to accurate financial records and closing processes in a busy

Qualifications

• Previous accounting experience required.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience preferred.
• Understanding of debits and credits basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Post vehicle sales and verify paperwork for accuracy.
• Process payoffs and F&I transactions.
• Handle deposits and receivables; maintain accurate records.
• Assist with routine accounting tasks and reconciliations.
• Support title processes and documentation requirements.
• Respond to inquiries from sales management and dealership departments.
• Maintain accounting records and perform account maintenance as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Team-oriented

Multi-tasking

Tools

CDK or similar dealer system

Job description

HHM Talent is assisting an automotive client who is searching for an Accounting Clerk in Charlotte, NC.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Automotive Accounting Clerk to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a busy automotive dealership. This position is responsible for posting vehicle sales, processing payoffs and F&I transactions, managing deposits and receivables, and maintaining accurate accounting records.

The ideal candidate has previous accounting experience, understands basic accounting principles, and can work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced dealership environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Post new and used vehicle sales and verify the accuracy and completeness of all required paperwork
• Issue trade payoffs by check or electronic transfer
• Submit F&I product payables accurately and in a timely manner
• Process F&I product cancellations
• Process daily deposits
• Manage deal receivables, rebates, and vehicle inventory schedules
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to vehicle deals and accounting records
• Respond to inquiries from sales management and other dealership departments
• Perform routine accounting tasks, reconciliations, and account maintenance
• Maintain working knowledge of automotive title processes and documentation requirements
• Assist with additional administrative and accounting responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Previous accounting experience required
• Automotive dealership accounting experience highly preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including credits and debits
• Experience with CDK or a similar dealership management system is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical and dental benefits available after 60 days
• Two sick days per year after 90 days of employment
• Six paid holidays
• Paid vacation based on length of service:
  • After one year: Five vacation days
  • Two to five years: 10 vacation days
  • Six or more years: 15 vacation days
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
• Supportive team environment
• Stability with a well-established automotive group