Staff Accountant

Hagerstown Honda KIA • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

Hagerstown Honda & Kia is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This full-time position is for an accounting professional with a solid understanding of accounting principles who enjoys problem-solving and wants to expand their knowledge and responsibilities over time. The role requires initiative, sound judgment, ownership of assigned work, and a commitment to producing accurate, timely results. Automotive dealership accounting experience is beneficial but not required; the organization is willing to invest in a candidate with a strong accounting foundation and a desire to learn and grow professionally.

The Staff Accountant will support daily accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, closing procedures, internal controls, and audits. The role also involves analyzing financial information, resolving discrepancies, improving accounting processes, and developing an understanding of dealership accounting operations. Responsibilities may expand as the employee’s experience and knowledge grow.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize and analyze financial data.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn new accounting systems and dealership-specific procedures.
• Professionalism, integrity, dependability, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Two to five years of accounting experience preferred.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting functions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Reconcile balance sheet and other general ledger accounts.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Review financial transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and analyses using Microsoft Excel.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and internal reporting.
• Support internal controls and ensure compliance with established accounting procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary financial documentation.
• Develop an understanding of dealership accounting operations and financial processes.
• Collaborate with management, accounting personnel, and other departments to resolve issues and support business operations.
• Assume additional accounting responsibilities as experience and knowledge develop.

Benefits

• Long-term career opportunity with a stable organization that values employee commitment, professional development, and growth from within.
• Hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting and financial operations.
• Opportunities to expand the role and take on additional challenges as knowledge and experience grow.
• Supportive team environment with experienced professionals who value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level