Automotive Accounting Manager

Lou Fusz Kia of Columbus • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lou Fusz Automotive Network is seeking an Automotive Accounting Manager for a recently acquired dealership in Columbus, Ohio. The role manages accounting activities in a professional, well-organized, and lawful manner consistent with company policy. It includes maintaining and controlling the general ledger, supporting financial reporting, evaluating internal controls, resolving financial data discrepancies across departments, maintaining complete accounting records, and supervising in-store clerical staff. The position is full time, Monday through Friday, with work hours between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Prior automotive experience is required.

Requirements

• Prior automotive experience is required.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and standard dealership accounting practices.
• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning skills.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills, with a high degree of accuracy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proven track record as an effective teammate, with a collaborative attitude and eagerness to improve.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or effectively as part of a work team while maintaining attention to task.
• Availability to work full time Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Dealertrack DMS experience; training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and control the general ledger, including reviewing or initiating and posting journal entries, monitoring posted financial data, researching and reviewing transactions, and advising departments on proper coding.
• Evaluate internal controls and work cooperatively to recommend improvements that support compliance, transparency, and efficiency.
• Assist in developing financial reports.
• Work across departments to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial information and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain detailed and complete accounting records to ensure general ledger accuracy and audit compliance.
• Manage and supervise in-store clerical staff.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation, PTO, paid holidays, and bereavement leave.
• Access to voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, accident, critical illness, Universal Life, and cancer coverage.
• Referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed