AR Staff Accountant

DOWC; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Sick Time

Work from home Fridays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k matching

Life Insurance

On-site cafeteria

Company events and outings

Job summary

Dealer Owned Warranty Company LLC, based in Parsippany, is seeking an analytical accountant to join our accounts receivable team. The role centers on dealer remittances, client dealer incentives, and coordinating with sales agents on commissions.

A strong customer-service mindset and clear communication with partners are essential. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of AR or accounting experience, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with QuickBooks or NetSuite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred but not required.
• 2+ years in accounts receivable, accounting operations, or staff accounting.
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform reconciliations and validate information.
• Proficient with Excel and accounting software; takes accountability.
• Able to meet deadlines, prioritize, and work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation of dealer remittances and invoices with accuracy.
• Prepare and process agent commissions payments based on dealer performance.
• Calculate and distribute dealer pack and incentives payments per agreements.
• Collaborate with inside and outside sales agents to resolve dealer account questions.
• Post journal entries to GL and reconcile assigned accounts.
• Support ad hoc accounting projects and provide performance insights.
• Prepare clear documentation of all financial transactions and work performed.
• Follow processes and suggest improvements to increase efficiency.
• Complete additional responsibilities as directed by management.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Invoicing

Reconciliations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Dealer Owned Warranty Company LLC is a leading provider of F\&I (Finance and Insurance) partnership services in the automotive industry. We partner with thousands of dealerships nationwide, including exclusively for Nissan! Our newly renovated office is located in Parsippany and features a private corporate cafe serving breakfast and lunch from an exclusive, private chef and an outdoor dining courtyard. NJ's Best Places to Work 4 years in a row!

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate analytical accountant to join our accounts receivable department. This role will focus on dealer remittances and incentives to invoices for our client dealerships. This person will work with inside and outside sales agents regarding assigned dealers the agent's commissions. The ideal candidate must have excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate with our partners on a daily basis.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation of dealer remittances and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Independently prepare and process agent commissions payments based on dealer performance and agreements.
• Calculate and distribute dealer pack and incentives payments, adhering to deadlines and accounting best practices.
• Work closely with both inside and outside sales agents to resolve any questions or discrepancies related to dealer accounts.
• Post journal entries to the general ledger (GL) and perform reconciliations of assigned GL accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Support ad hoc accounting projects and analyses as needed by management, providing insights on financial performance and potential improvements.
• Prepare clear, concise, and organized documentation of all financial transactions and work performed.
• Follow established processes and contribute to identifying areas for improvement, recommending solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Complete additional responsibilities and projects as directed by management.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable, accounting operations, or staff accounting.
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with related accounting software such as QuickBooks or NetSuite.
• Ability to perform reconciliations and validate the accuracy of the information being used.
• Willingness to take accountability and initiative.
• Excellent computer skills including Strong Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a complex, dynamic environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Come join our growing team here in Parsippany! As NJ's Best Places to Work Honoree for four years in a row, we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Work from home Fridays
• PTO and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k matching, Life Insurance, ancillary benefits
• Full-service cafeteria on-site serving breakfast and lunch from an exclusive private chef
• Corporate events, team and culture building activities, extracurriculars, employee awards and recognition, company trips and more!

DOWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact us for assistance.