Staff Accountant

Penske Automotive Group • Austin, TX

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Automotive Group is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join their team and help support their business operations in the accounting department. The Staff Accountant will support the dealership network by assisting the Controller and Assistant Controller in the daily operations of the accounting department. The Staff Accountant will assist in preparing monthly reconciliation for all dealership accounts, prepare weekly and monthly analysis reports, and offer dealership management assistance as needed. This is a great opportunity for an Accountant looking to expand their knowledge and advance their career.

Requirements

• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong work-ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and computer skills relevant to a Staff Accountant position.
• Strong organization skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Detail oriented
• Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills.
• Time Management skills and ability to prioritize.
• Excellent communication skills and works well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of accounting tasks.
• Two-three years accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• BA or Associates Degree in business, finance or accounting

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly reconciliation for all dealership accounts.
• Prepare weekly and monthly analysis reports.
• Offer dealership management assistance as needed.
• Accurately perform accounting duties as assigned.
• Ensure accuracy in reconciliation of all accounts, ACH daily transactions, recording and coding incoming checks and all other duties quickly and accurately.
• Understand and comply with all regulations that affects the accounting department, and perform tasks accurately, fairly and in accordance with local, state and federal statutes, as well as company policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision)
• 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.

What This Job Offers

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