Accounting Assistant

Ken Garff Automotive Group•Ankeny, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Dewey Dodge, a Ken Garff Automotive company, is hiring an Accounting Assistant to support the accounting team with daily operational transactions and other automotive accounting tasks. The role is based in the Centralized Accounting Office in Clive, Iowa, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate respect, integrity, growth, humility, and teamwork.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of accounting experience.
High school diploma or equivalent, plus an associate degree in accounting or two years of commensurate dealership accounting experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and general use of a computer and calculator.
Strong numeracy, analytical, time-management, verbal, and technology skills.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.

Nice To Haves

Dealership accounting experience.
Knowledge of accounting software and dealership software.

Responsibilities

Prepare accounting entries and reconcile the general ledger.
Ensure timely processing of check payments and ACH transactions.
Research and process cancellations and chargebacks.
Reconcile and audit product cancellation schedules and processes.
Post vehicle deals with related financial products, clear related financial schedules, and communicate with staff as needed.
Process financial product invoices and reconcile associated financial schedules.
Process other vehicle-related invoices from the manufacturer and parent company.
Maintain an organized processing system.
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable duties.
Perform occasional filing and other general administrative duties as needed.