Accounting Manager - LeadCar Automotive Group

LeadCar®; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Benefit Insurance (Life,

401(K) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts

Continued training through the Company

Job summary

LeadCar Systems, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to serve as the first dedicated hire in a centralized accounting function.

The role designs and executes processes that transition day-to-day dealership accounting into a shared services model, partnering with store controllers to build scalable controls and accurate financial records. Day‑to‑day duties include payroll processing, sales and use tax compliance, and accounts payable, with responsibility for month‑end and year‑end closes,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years accounting experience, including multi-entity or multi-state work.
• Experience payroll processing and sales and use tax filings.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and GAAP.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and document centralized accounting processes for multi-store dealership operations.
• Manage accounts payable, including invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Process payroll accurately for multiple dealership locations.
• Prepare state and local sales and use tax filings.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to information requests.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and financial information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Who We Are:

LeadCar® Systems, Inc. is the operational backbone of the LeadCar® brand, a growing network of automotive dealerships across the U.S. We provide centralized support in areas like HR, IT, marketing, and finance- empowering our dealerships to focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences locally and allowing each to remain deeply connected to their community. Together, we combine strong infrastructure with entrepreneurial, community-driven operations to drive performance and growth.

To learn more about us, please visit www.leadcar.com.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Benefit Insurance, including Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts
• Continued training through the Company

The Schedule:

This position may be expected to work above and beyond a regular 40-hour work week in order to meet necessary deadlines.

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The schedule is subject to change at any time based on operational need and at management's discretion.

Travel Requirements:

Travel requirements will vary based on organizational priorities and operational demands and may be required periodically throughout the year.

• A valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained for travel requirements.

Job Type:

Full-time

The Salary:

Between $80,000-$100,000/year based on experience.

The Opportunity - Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager will serve as the first dedicated hire in a newly forming centralized accounting function, reporting to the Director of Internal Audit & Accounting. This individual will help design and execute the processes that transition day-to-day accounting from individual dealerships into a shared services model. The role is a partner building the function, not just a processor of work assigned to it.

Day-to-day accounting activities include, but aren’t limited to payroll processing, sales and use tax compliance, and accounts payable. In addition, the Manager will partner with store controller's to ensure accurate financial records and timely reporting and will play a key role in maintaining efficient accounting operations, supporting internal controls, and assisting with special projects and process improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and document centralized accounting processes for multi-store dealership operations.
• Standardize and govern posting of expenses across dealerships on DMS.
• Contribute to the internal controls framework and risk-control matrix.
• Support new-store onboarding through a documented, repeatable playbook.
• Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner for multiple dealership locations.
• Prepare, review, and submit state and local sales and use tax filings.
• Manage accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and vendor payments.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with maintaining accurate general ledger records and supporting schedules.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to information requests.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting processes and internal controls.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and schedules for management as requested.
• Serve as a liaison between dealership accounting personnel and vendors’ accounting matters.
• Support special projects, dealership acquisitions, system implementations, and other initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll, employee, customer, and financial information.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience, including multi-entity or multi-state work; automotive dealership experience preferred.
• Experience processing payroll and preparing sales and use tax filings.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Accounting and Financial Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Organization and Time Management
• Confidentiality and Professionalism
• Compliance and Internal Controls
• Process Design, Documentation & Improvement
• Comfort Building from Scratch
• Analytical Thinking
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Customer and Vendor Service

We are an equal opportunity employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We will endeavor to make reasonable accommodation/modification for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources by calling 608-824-1355 or by emailing [e-mail].