Front Desk & Accounting Administrative Specialist

Lakeview Ford-Lincoln; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeview Ford Lincoln in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Receptionist / Accounting Administrative Assistant. This full-time role blends front-desk duties with basic accounting support and data entry in our DMS system.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable with computers, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Monday–Friday schedule and a professional, courteous demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in office, admin, or professional customer service preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and accurate data-entry.
• Accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and telephone etiquette.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy office.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct callers to the appropriate departments.
• Relay messages and assist customers in reaching the appropriate team members.
• Maintain a welcoming and organized reception area.
• Provide excellent customer service while representing the dealership professionally.
• Enter and maintain accurate accounting information in the dealership's DMS.
• Stock new vehicles into the dealership's inventory system.
• Enter and process invoices.
• Reconcile monthly fuel statements.
• Process accounts receivable payments and receipt deposits.
• Prepare, print, and mail monthly customer statements.
• Schedule and coordinate dealership drivers for vehicle deliveries.
• Assist the accounting department with daily administrative responsibilities.
• Perform additional office duties and projects as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DMS

Accounting software

Job description

Lakeview Ford Lincoln in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Receptionist / Accounting Administrative Assistant. This full-time role blends front-desk duties with basic accounting support and data entry in our DMS system.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable with computers, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Monday–Friday schedule and a professional, courteous demeanor are essential.