Accounting Director

Oakland Harley-Davidson•Oakland, CA

14d•$32 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Our long-time in-house Accountant Director is retiring. We are seeking an individual who can come alongside her and learn our unique Harley-Davidson-required software, and help provide a seamless transition as she exits. Initially, this will require learning tasks that may seem simple, but are required in order to understand the overall complexities of the role. This positions interacts closely with the two on-site owners in these-privately held businesses. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen and a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles. The role will be managing accounting to the bottom line, being tax-motivated within legal limits. Our outgoing accountant director will provide training both in-house and then remotely as she moves, until the candidate is confident they understand all the nuances of the dealership accounting. This position is responsible for payroll, tax payments, financial reporting, monthly and year-end closings and ultimately all accounting processes for the two dealerships. Additional support provided as you train other administrative personnel, however, daily work is performed independently. The ability to interact with non-financial personnel and interpret financial information to assist them in executing their responsibilities is a very desirable skill.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required.
Excellent attention to detail and organizations skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
Ongoing desire to learn and develop skills.
Strong interpersonal, decision making and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail, thoroughness and organization.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in an automotive office environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Resolve accounting issues as they arise in the daily processing of dealership transactions.
Investigate and trace errors and record adjustments to correct inadvertent postings to incorrect accounts.
Audit and resolve any anomalies encountered in daily financial transaction as recorded by others.
Compile payroll information for submissions to an external payroll service
Comply with all tax authority requirements, making timely deposits of required taxes.
Reconcile all subsidiary ledgers to general ledger control balances monthly.
Prepare and review monthly trial balances, general ledger detail postings, financial statements and other financial reports and statistics.
Submit financial and statistical data to the Harley-Davidson Dealer Dashboard.