AUTOMOTIVE BOOKKEEPER / ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER

at  Automotive Search Group

Automotive Bookkeeper / Assistant Office Manager needed for a multi-store dealer group based in Bergen County, NJ. The successful candidate will be well-versed in automotive accounting and have CDK experience. The Automotive Assistant Office Manager will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth operation of the dealer group’s accounting processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of the dealer group. This is a new position due to continued growth, and to help more evenly distribute the workload among the dealership accounting staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as a bookkeeper or accountant, in the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in CDK
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Knowledge of automotive dealership accounting practices

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivables, including processing invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Help prepare bank contracts
• Clean schedules
• Generate financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements..
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper documentation and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices in accounting and finance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall operation of the dealership.
• Help train new personnel
• Assist throughout the accounting office as needed, filling in for others when they are sick or on vacation