Staff Accountant

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Staff Accountant for our automotive dealership accounting team in Austin, TX. This role focuses on reconciling accounts, processing daily ACH transactions, and preparing financial analyses to support dealership operations.

You will collaborate with General Managers and department managers, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with policies and regulations. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in accounting and strong Excel skills, with a degree in accounting or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Associate degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting is required.
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all accounts, including bank reconciliations.
• Compile and review sales commission reports for management approval.
• Process daily ACH transactions.
• Record, code, and reconcile incoming payments and checks.
• Maintain advertising expense tracking spreadsheets.
• Assist General Managers and Department Managers with accounting and reporting requests.
• Review accounting schedules and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial analysis reports for Controllers and General Managers.
• Assist in preparing dealership financial statements.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting/Business/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant | Automotive Dealership Accounting | Austin, TX

Salary: $27 - $32 per hour

A bit about us

Founded nearly 60 years ago and based in Austin, Texas, we are a leading automotive retail and dealership organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence. Our team combines industry expertise, financial discipline, and a collaborative culture to support multiple dealership operations while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and compliance.

Why join us

• Competitive Compensation: Market-competitive base salary based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Stable, Growing Organization with Long-Term Career Opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment with Strong Leadership Support
• Exposure to Multi-Department Dealership Operations
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Full-Time Position

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all accounts, including bank reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Compile, review, and submit sales commission reports for management approval.
• Complete and process daily ACH transactions.
• Record, code, and reconcile incoming payments and checks.
• Maintain and update advertising expense tracking spreadsheets.
• Support General Managers and Department Managers with accounting and reporting requests.
• Review accounting schedules regularly and prepare necessary journal entries.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial analysis reports for Controllers and General Managers.
• Assist in preparing dealership financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and company accounting policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and business information.
• Attend required company meetings and trainings.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Strong background in general accounting principles and accounting processes.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, including spreadsheet management and data analysis.
• Experience processing ACH transactions and handling payment reconciliation functions.
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports and financial statements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

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