Bookkeeper

Herman Motor Company; Luverne (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Medical and Dental

401K Plan

Paid time off and vacation

Growth opportunities

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Family owned and operated

Long term job security

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Herman Motor Company seeks an experienced Automotive Bookkeeper to support our dealership's financial records and daily operations. You will process payables/receivables, post transactions and assist with month-end close, audits, and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in automotive dealership bookkeeping, an associate or bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and proficiency with Excel and dealership systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, QuickBooks).

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience in a dealership setting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations and reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and dealership management systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the dealership.
• Process accounts payable and receivable and vendor invoices.
• Reconcile bank statements, vendor accounts and general ledger entries.
• Post deals, repair orders, parts invoices, and finance/lease transactions.
• Prepare 1099s and assist with budgets/forecasts as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including financial reporting and audits.
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and dealership policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Accounting knowledge

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

CDK

Reynolds & Reynolds

QuickBooks

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Bookkeeper to join our dealership team. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily operations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. If you have dealership bookkeeping experience and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

By working at a Ford dealership, you can be a part of a brand that honors the past, and is invested in the future. Join the Ford Family where we value service to each other and the world as much as to our customers!

Benefits

• Health, Medical and Dental
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security
• Flexible Work Schedule

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the dealership
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including vendor invoices and customer billing
• Reconcile bank statements, vendor accounts, and general ledger entries
• Post deals, repair orders, parts invoices, and finance/lease transactions
• Calculate and post sales commissions, vehicle payoffs, and policy payments
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including financial reporting and audits
• Monitor and reconcile vehicle and parts inventory accounts
• Prepare 1099s and assist with budgets/forecasts as needed
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, dealership policies, and financial regulations

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (automotive dealership experience strongly preferred)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, QuickBooks, etc.) a plus
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and reporting
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.