Dealership Accountant II

Lithia-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 62,036,000 - 89,544,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway is seeking a Contract Clerk/Dealership Accountant II to ensure timely, accurate posting of dealership transactions in an in-person Van Nuys, CA environment. This mid-level role supports service contracts, warranty processing, and intercompany postings as part of a busy accounting team.

The position emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and professional growth, with opportunities to advance toward an Accounting Manager role through ongoing development and automotive industry

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping knowledge and COA familiarity.
• Auto industry experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Submission of Service Contracts.
• Recording of dealership transactions and warranty contracts.
• Posting to Intercompany accounts and AR balances.
• Processing vendor invoices and refunds checks.
• Reconciliation of warranties, rebates and settlement accounts.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Basic Accounting

COA knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting

2 years of commensurate experience

Job description

Lithia & Driveway*Accounting Processing Centers (APC) | Contract Clerk/ Dealership Accountant II *Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are essential partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations. With a strong focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Join us and be part of a team where your impact truly drives our goal of Auto Done Easy!Contract Clerk is a mid-level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions. This is a traditional accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities. Accounting acumen is required. High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationship and influential leadership skills. This will serve them well on a path to an Accounting Manager Role or if coupled with Automotive and Business acumen on the path to a Business Manager.The *Contract Clerk/Dealership Accountant II * reports to the Business Manager or Accounting Manager.*Location: Van Nuys, CA** Monday - Friday* 8am - 5pm* In-Person*Target Hiring Range:*At *Lithia & Driveway*, we believe in pay transparency. The full compensation range for this position is $21.65 - $31.25 reflecting the earning potential and growth opportunities available within the role. Actual compensation will be *$25.24 - $27.72* determined based on factors such as experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. Final pay decisions are made through the interview process and in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.*What You'll Do** Submission of Service Contracts* Submission of Warranty Contracts* New car purchases and Dealer trades* Recording of used car purchases* Request and process lien payoffs* Processing of cash receipts* Regional check runs* Processing and payment of vendor invoices* FTC reconciliation* Accounting for manufacturer monies (parts, warranty, incentives, misc.)* Posting to Intercompany accounts* Posting of New & Used Car Deals* Recording of wholesale vehicle sales & purchases* Collection of dealership wholesale & retail AR balances* Process Refunds checks, customer referrals checks* Warranty Cancellations* RDR, Rebate Reconciliation* Schedule reviews and maintenance (SAR understanding, SPARK Notes)* Understanding of all Product Payable lines and ability to reconcile Statements* Balance Intercompany for transactions they initiate.* Other duties as assigned*What You'll Bring** Bookkeeping Certification, Associates Degree in Accounting or 2-years commensurate experience preferred* Auto Industry Experience (preferred)* Retail Sales and/or Customer Service (preferred)* A team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service.* Understands Basic Accounting - familiar with COA, debits and credits* Excellent communication skills both written and oral* Active Listening – give full attention to the words and body language of others, take time to understand the points being made and ask questions as appropriate* Positive customer service attitude* Empowered self- leader, accepts responsibility and takes initiative to ensure assigned deliverables are met within acceptable timeframes* Ability to quickly review, research and if necessary resolve variances* Entry to mid-level office and computer skills*Total Rewards**We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:** Competitive pay* Medical, Dental and Vision Plans* Paid Holidays* PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1* Short and Long-Term Disability* Paid Life Insurance* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Lithia Learning Center* Vehicle Purchase Discounts* Wellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comHigh School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements._Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions._