Dealership Accounting Coordinator I

L0605 Southwest Finance Center; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays

PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway is seeking an in-person Accounting Processing Centers (APC) role in Temecula for a Detail-oriented Dealership Accounting Coordinator I. The position supports in-store accounting leadership and coordinates with the Home Office and APC to maintain accurate cash sales and compliance.

We offer competitive pay and a full benefits package; candidates should have dealership experience or door-to-door processing of car deals and be proficient with Microsoft Office and web-based tools.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working in a dealership and/or processing car deals preferred.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Computer literate with focus on general use of Microsoft Office and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily check and credit card deposit.
• Assist in reconciliation of cash sales accounting schedule.
• Coordinate with store operations on process changes for reconciled schedules.
• Audit car deals for accuracy and completeness using the Deal Checklist.
• Provide 2nd line audit defense before deals are sent to APC for processing.
• Maintain notes of missing or incorrect items in reports and dashboards.
• Collaborate with variable operations to ensure revenue recognition and state compliance.
• Back up F&I managers for document scanning and IRS Form 8300 processing.
• Assist BM in maintaining reconciled accounting schedules.
• Cross-train on Title & Registration Specialist role as needed.
• Meet performance standards of accuracy, timeliness, cure rates and efficiency.

Skills

Dealership experience

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Web-based applications

Job description

Dealership: L0605 Southwest Finance Center Accounting Processing Centers (APC) |Dealership Accounting Coordinator I

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. Join us and be part of a team where your impact truly drives our goal of Auto Done Easy! The Dealership Accounting Coordinator ("DAC") I is an individual contributor who supports in-store accounting operations leadership and is a key contributor to ensure effective communication and collaboration between Lithia Home Office ("LHO"), the regional Accounting Processing Center ("APC") and store operations. The DAC I generally will report to either a Business Manager ("BM") or Accounting Supervisor.

Location: Temecula,CA Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm In Person At Lithia & Driveway, we believe in pay transparency.

The full compensation range for this position is $21- $23/hr , reflecting the earning potential and growth opportunities available within the role. Actual compensation will be 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

• Complete daily check and credit card deposit


• Assist in reconciliation of cash sales accounting schedule


• In coordination with a BM, work with store operations employees on any process related changes that need made to maintain a reconciled cash sales accounting schedule


• Audit car deals for accuracy and completeness utilizing the Deal Checklist


• 2nd line of audit defense prior to deal being sent to APC for processing


• Maintain notes of missing or incorrect items in Booked and Pending report in the Performance Dashboard


• Work closely with variable operations to ensure collection of outstanding revenue recognition and state compliance required items


• Provide back up support to F& I Managers for scanning required documents into Digital Deal Jacket Review for completeness and accuracy all IRS Form 8300s for processing


• Assist BM in maintaining reconciled accounting schedules as assigned


• Cross-train on Title & Registration Specialist role in situations where applicable to provide back up support to other in-store accounting operations functions


• Meet performance standards of accuracy, timeliness, cure rates, and efficiency as established by the Company


• Additional work and tasks as assigned

What You'll Bring

• 1+ years of experience working in a dealership and/or processing car deals preferred


• High school diploma preferred


• Computer literate with focus on general use of Microsoft Office and web-based applications

Physical Demands

• * Up to 1/3 of time: standing, walking, lifting up to 25 pounds


• * Up to 2/3 of time: sitting, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing

Total Rewards

• 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 Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com

High 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.

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!