Dealership Accountant I

Lithia & Driveway • Bloomfield, NJ

1d • $35,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dealership Accountant 1 at Northeast Finance Center (L0622) in Freehold, New Jersey. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Freehold BMW is powered by Lithia & Driveway (LAD), a Fortune 500 company and one of North America's largest automotive retailers with nearly 450 dealerships. Our Dealership Accounting teams are crucial to our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance in financial operations. We foster collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, providing the tools and support for a rewarding accounting career in a dynamic environment. Our mission is "Growth Powered by People," and we aim to be the leading automotive retailer in our markets. Our core values are Earning Customers for Life, Improving Constantly, Taking Personal Ownership, and Having Fun. We cultivate an entrepreneurial, high-performance culture that empowers colleagues to excel.

Requirements

• Strong customer service orientation and team collaboration
• Critical thinking and time management
• Attention to detail and urgency
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Active listening and initiative-taking
• Basic accounting knowledge (e.g., COA, debits/credits)
• Ability to research and resolve variances
• Entry to mid-level computer and office skills
• Prior Accounting experience required
• High School graduate or equivalent required
• 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

• Auto industry experience

Responsibilities

• General ledger
• Posting of New & Used Car Deals
• Schedule reviews and maintenance
• Account Coding & Processing vendor invoice
• Accounting for manufacturer monies
• RDR & Rebate Reconciliations
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED