Staff Accountant

Talentify; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Training and resources

Job summary

Penske Automotive Group is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting department across our dealership network in Austin, TX. You will assist the Controller and Assistant Controller with daily accounting operations, monthly reconciliations, and preparation of weekly and monthly analysis reports to aid management decisions.

The role offers opportunities to grow professionally in a values-driven environment with comprehensive benefits and a strong focus on accuracy, teamwork, and process

Qualifications

• Two-to-three years accounting experience or equivalent.
• High school diploma required; BA/Associate degree a plus.
• Strong Excel and numerical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Controller and Assistant Controller in daily accounting operations.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for dealership accounts.
• Prepare weekly and monthly analysis reports for management.
• Assist dealership management as needed.

Skills

Organization skills

Reading comprehension

Numerical skills

Arithmetic basics

Detail oriented

Excel skills

Time management

Communication skills

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Penske Automotive Group is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team and help support our business operations in the accounting department.

JOIN OUR TEAM

At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the very best experience possible to our customers. We are hiring for dedicated and motivated professionals who share that same passion.

Imagine working in a professionally and financially satisfying job where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers every day. As a Staff Accountant, you will support our dealership network by assisting the Controller and Assistant Controller in the daily operations of the accounting department. The Staff Accountant will assist in preparing monthly reconciliation for all dealership accounts, prepare weekly and monthly analysis reports, and offer dealership management assistance as needed. This is a great opportunity for an Accountant looking to expand their knowledge and advance their career.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
• Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong work-ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and computer skills relevant to a Staff Accountant position.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE TABLE

• Commitment: Ensure that our Penske Automotive Group dealerships run effectively and efficiently by accurately performing accounting duties as assigned.
• Excellence: Support the accounting department ensuring accuracy in reconciliation of all accounts, ACH daily transactions, recording and coding incoming checks and all other duties quickly and accurately.
• Accountability: Understand and comply with all regulations that affects the accounting department, and perform tasks accurately, fairly and in accordance with local, state and federal statutes, as well as company policies.

Penske Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. Some positions may require applicants to possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Qualifications

Competencies

• Strong organization skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Detail oriented
• Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills.
• Time Management skills and ability to prioritize.
• Excellent communication skills and works well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of accounting tasks.

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

• Light Work- lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time and/or frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds
• This position requires sitting for prolonged periods of time and from time to time may involve standing and walking
• This position requires the ability to push, pull, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp
• This position involves repetitive motion--primarily typing
• This position requires the ability to talk and hear

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Standard Business Hours with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as required

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. BA or Associates Degree a plus

Two-three years accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

BA or Associate's Degree in business, finance or accounting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (Certification/Licenses/Registrations)

N/A