Accounting Clerk — Detail‑Oriented with Growth

Sternberg Automotive Group; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401k Plan

PTO

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Family-owned and operated

Job summary

Sternberg Automotive Group is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our growing, family-owned dealer network in Indiana. The successful candidate will accurately process transactions and manage financial statement accounts while supporting monthly close and other accounting tasks.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliable communication with teammates, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or Business.
• 1–2 years in accounting position preferred; office environment experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills and eagerness to improve.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly financial close, including calculating and posting daily, weekly, and monthly transactions.
• Review financial statement accounts and schedules; work with the accounting staff to correct discrepancies.
• Record daily bank deposits.
• Record manufacturer vehicle invoices.
• Complete new vehicle reporting requirement with manufacturers.
• Work with sales and operations to ensure manufacture accounts such as warranty claims and rebates are collected timely.
• Prepare and file sales, use and rental tax returns.
• Prepare annual unclaimed property reporting and submissions.
• Process monthly transactions and financial statements for property companies.
• Support other administrative tasks as needed.
• Foster teamwork across all departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Business

Job description

Sternberg Automotive Group is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our growing, family-owned dealer network in Indiana. The successful candidate will accurately process transactions and manage financial statement accounts while supporting monthly close and other accounting tasks.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliable communication with teammates, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.