Entry-Level Accountant - Growth & On-the-Job Training

Westside-and-Northside-Lexu; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Competitive pay

Vacation and holiday pay

Medical, dental and prescription drug

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Education assistance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Westside and Northside Lexus seeks an Accountant I to support the accounting team in close processes, journal entries, and reconciliations. You will work under the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to GAAP.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and up to two years of General Ledger experience. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential, with opportunities for training and growth within a well‑established

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from four-year College or university; required 0-2 years General Ledger Accounting experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common automotive and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Execute a Monthly Close of the General Ledger for Westside & Northside Lexus for areas assigned.
• Prepare journal entries – including recurring entries – for Month End Close.
• Maintain well‑documented work papers for journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely fashion; resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Assist the Controller, Manager and/or associates in preparing ancillary audit schedules, audit footnotes, tax schedules and tax forms.
• Compare the actual results to the budgeted results and provide variance explanations on a monthly basis.
• Analyze monthly and year‑end financial data to ensure that it is recorded accurately, in accordance with GAAP.
• Research and resolve accounting transaction questions and other customer issues in an agreed upon timeframe.
• Set a good example for other associates and teammates to improve their productivity and performance.

Skills

Excellent typing skills

10-key by touch

Follow detailed instructions

Communicate effectively

Confidentiality / data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

0-2 years General Ledger accounting experience

Job description

Westside and Northside Lexus seeks an Accountant I to support the accounting team in close processes, journal entries, and reconciliations. You will work under the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to GAAP.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and up to two years of General Ledger experience. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential, with opportunities for training and growth within a well‑established