Multibook Auto Dealership Staff Accountant

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North Central Ford, a Sonic Automotive family dealership in Richardson, TX, is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to manage accounting across multiple books and assist in monthly closings.

The role handles journal entries, bank reconciliations, intercompany activity, and analysis to support the dealership controller, requiring at least 3 years of dealership accounting experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years dealership accounting experience and experience with accounting software.
• A working knowledge of the complete accounting cycle.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – will be dealing with store & regional controllers and various corporate department employees.
• Good organizational skills and a positive attitude dedicated toward achieving results.
• Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done and meet various deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with ADP financial software and Timberline is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, posting, and filing of journal entries to record accounting data including bank activity – ACH and wire transactions; depreciation; prepaid and other items as required.
• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Assisting in preparing month‑end analysis schedules at the direction of the Dealership Controller.
• Facilitating a complete and accurate closing to multiple sets of books maintained on ADP software.

Skills

Accounting software

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ADP software

Timberline Software

Bank cash management software

Job description

North Central Ford, a Sonic Automotive family dealership in Richardson, TX, is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to manage accounting across multiple books and assist in monthly closings.

The role handles journal entries, bank reconciliations, intercompany activity, and analysis to support the dealership controller, requiring at least 3 years of dealership accounting experience and strong Excel skills.