Automotive Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk

Patterson Tustin Mazda; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Team oriented environment

Job summary

Patterson Autos in Tustin, CA is seeking an Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk to join our business office. This full-time role handles bank deposits, reconciliations, filing, contracts, and compliance tasks while supporting the office team.

As a locally owned automotive group serving Orange County for over 20 years, you will work across our Tustin Mazda location and related brands, contributing to accurate, detail‑driven performance.

Qualifications

• Automotive dealership accounting experience required.
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile bank deposits.
• Perform schedule reconciliations and assist with general accounting tasks.
• Maintain organized filing systems (digital & physical).
• Assist with car deal paperwork, contracts, and compliance.
• Support new & used vehicle stocking documentation.
• Provide administrative overflow support to the office team.
• Verify, compile, and process dealership forms and reports.

Skills

Automotive accounting experience

Attention to detail

Dependable

Organized

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Patterson Autos – Tustin, CA

Patterson Autos, home to Tustin Mazda, Tustin Hyundai, and Tustin Kia, is a highly rated, community focused automotive group serving Orange County for over 20 years. We are seeking a reliable and detail driven Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk to join our business office in Tustin.

Company Culture & Locations

• Locally owned and operated automotive group led by John Patterson
• Known for top workplace culture, teamwork, and community involvement
• Locations include Tustin Mazda, Tustin Hyundai, and Tustin Kia, HB Mazda, Mission Viejo Kia

Position Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile bank deposits
• Perform schedule reconciliations and assist with general accounting tasks
• Maintain organized filing systems (digital & physical)
• Assist with car deal paperwork, contracts, and compliance
• Support new & used vehicle stocking documentation
• Provide administrative overflow support to the office team
• Verify, compile, and process dealership forms and reports

Qualifications

• Automotive dealership accounting experience a MUST
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
• High school diploma required

Compensation & Benefits

• $20–$23 per hour, depending on experience
• Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Supportive, team oriented environment

Work Location

• Tustin Mazda – 28 Auto Center Dr, Tustin, CA 92782