Staff Accountant

Openlane; Carmel (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

OPENLANE seeks a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team in Carmel, Indiana. You will maintain accurate financial records, perform journal entries, and support monthly closes in a hybrid work environment.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams. Key responsibilities include reconciling accounts, processing AP/AR, assisting with budgets and forecasts, and supporting external audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconcile the general ledger.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close and prepare financial statements.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements.
• Process expense reports and ensure policy compliance.
• Support audit schedules and external audits.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

General ledger

Journal entries

AP/AR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Staff Accountant### Staff AccountantApply: Hybrid: US - IN - Carmel (OPENLANE): Full time: Posted Today: R-255233**Who We Are:** At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. **We’re a technology company** building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles. **We’re a data company** helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use. **And we’re an innovation company** accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. **Our Values:** **Driven Waybuilders.** We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate. **Relentless Curiosity.** We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience. **Smart Risk-Taking.** We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition. **Fearless Ownership.** We deliver what we promise and learn along the way.****We’re Looking For:****We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting the overall financial operations of the company. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of accounting principles, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.****You Will:***** Prepare and maintain accurate and timely financial records, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable transactions.* Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of financial statements and analysis of variances.* Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial accounts on a regular basis.* Process and verify expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines.* Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to management.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper recording and reporting of financial transactions.* Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and provide support during external audits.* Maintain a thorough understanding of accounting regulations and best practices to ensure compliance.* Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline and enhance accounting procedures.* Provide accurate and timely financial information to management as requested.**Location:** This role will be hybrid in our Carmel, Indiana Headquarters.****Must Have’s:***** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.* Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.* Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP).* Proficiency in Excel, Google Suite offerings, and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).* Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.* Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.****Nice to Have’s:***** Experience with month-end and year-end closing processes is a plus.* CPA certification or progress toward obtaining CPA is a strong advantage.**What We Offer:*** Competitive pay* Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)* Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match* Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time* Paid maternity and paternity leave (US)* Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D (US)* Robust Employee Assistance Program* Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer* Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs* Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization* Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement**Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!**