Dealership Accounting Specialist (Body Shop)

Lithia & Driveway • Roseburg, OR

5d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Dealership Accounting Specialist (Body Shop) Dealership: L0061 Lithia Ford of Roseburg Lithia Body and Paint of Roseburg Hiring Now: Full-Time Dealership Accounting Specialist for our Body Shop Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm (flexible) Pay: $20-$24/hr. (DOE) Location: Lithia Ford of Roseburg - 1650 NE Stephens 80 Hours of PTO front loaded on day one Great benefits and career opportunities! Lithia Body and Paint of Roseburg is a part of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE:LAD), the largest automotive retailer in the U.S. and was named a 2024 Top Workplaces award winner. We are one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 500 (#124 for 2025). With over 330+ dealerships worldwide representing over 50 brands in 3 countries! Dealership Accounting Specialist (Bodyshop Specialist I) The Bodyshop Specialist I is the key link between the Bodyshop and Dealership Accounting. This position is position that focuses on body shop and body shop accounting functions that support the operations of the Body Shop. In most cases the Specialist will sit within the Body Shop. Accounting related tasks are very minimal, in many cases the individual may not post to the general ledger. The role is most common in a centralized accounting structure. Successful individuals will build strong relationships with department leads and quickly gain business and automotive acumen. Exceptional performers would be positioned for a role as a Body Shop Specialist II.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required.
• We are a drug free workplace.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status).
• We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Positive customer service attitude
• Sense of urgency
• Excellent communication

Nice To Haves

• Dealership experience, a plus
• Bookkeeping/Accounting, a plus
• General understanding of Basic Accounting - familiar with COA, debits and credits, a plus

Responsibilities

• Receive payments made by cash, checks, credit card receipts, EFTs and issue payment receipts
• Process Daily Deposit Workbook for the Body Shop and reconcile to Body Shop management software
• Assists Body Shop Manager and Estimators on the collection of outstanding Body Shop Accounts Receivables
• Prepare and audit Repair Orders to be closed and posted
• Close all Repair Orders
• May assist Body Shop Manager with Technician Payroll and Work in Process Balancing
• May assist with parts and sublet data entry into management software
• Document Verification per Audit and Insurance Requirements
• Call on Insurance Assignments to schedule appointments for estimates/repairs
• Issue Purchase Orders for parts, sublets, and supply orders
• Scan File Contents into Body Shop management software
• Greet Customers
• Operational Controls
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 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