Staff Accountant

Penske Automotive Group • Fairfield, CT

10d

About The Position

Penske Automotive Group is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join
our team and help support our business operations in the accounting department.

JOIN OUR TEAM
At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging
workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the
very best experience possible to our customers. We are hiring for dedicated and
motivated professionals who share that same passion.

Imagine working in a professionally and financially satisfying job where you
have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers
every day. As a Staff Accountant, you will support our 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two-three years accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• BA or Associates Degree a plus
• BA or Associate's 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 performing accounting duties as assigned
• Support the accounting department ensuring 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

• Consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
• Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.

What This Job Offers

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