Accounting Clerk

Diplomat Motors•Troutdale, OR

21h

About The Position

Diplomat Motors is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting operations at our dealership. This role is critical to keeping our books clean, transactions posted accurately, and schedules up to date. We’re looking for someone who is organized, consistent, and takes pride in accuracy. The right person will be comfortable handling a high volume of transactions, following clear processes, and working closely with the Controller and office team to keep operations running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone with dealership accounting experience (or strong bookkeeping/accounting support experience) who wants to grow in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Requirements

1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or dealership office experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data entry
Ability to stay organized and manage repetitive tasks with consistency
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines
Basic to intermediate Excel / Google Sheets skills
Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude

Nice To Haves

Automotive dealership accounting experience is a strong plus
Experience with Dealer Management Systems (DealerTrack experience is a plus)

Responsibilities

Post daily dealership transactions accurately and on time
Reconcile deposits, payments, and receipts to supporting documents
Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations
Maintain clean accounting schedules and investigate discrepancies
Enter and process vendor bills, invoices, and expenses
Track vehicle-related expenses and ensure costs are posted to the correct units
Assist with check runs and payment tracking
Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve billing issues
Support clean accounting handoff of deals from sales/finance/admin
Verify that the deal paperwork and accounting-related documentation are complete
Coordinate with Title, Deal Processor, and Sales Admin on missing items or corrections
Help maintain accuracy across funding, inventory, and accounting records
Assist the Controller with month-end close tasks and schedule cleanup
Identify and flag aged items, posting errors, or unusual balances
Maintain organized records for audits, reconciliations, and reporting
Follow SOPs and help improve consistency in day-to-day accounting processes