Staff Accountant - Audi New Orleans

Sonic Automotive • Metairie, LA

1d • $50,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant ensures compliance with internal controls and dealership policies while working closely with the Controller, department managers, and leadership team on financial accuracy, reporting, and special projects as needed. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for daily posting and reconciliation of cash, check, and credit card deposits; reconciling bank accounts, floorplan, and manufacturer statements; posting and reconciling vehicle deals, commissions, and incentives; and processing and reconciling accounts payable and receivable. This role maintains accurate general ledger entries and supporting schedules, assists with month-end and year-end close, prepares and submits sales tax, payroll tax, and other required reports, and supports audits and manufacturer financial reporting.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the USA
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of accounting experience in a dealership business office
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting processes
• Experience with dealership DMS systems (CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack)
• Solid knowledge of GAAP principles
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

Responsibilities

• Daily posting and reconciliation of cash, check, and credit card deposits
• Reconciling bank accounts, floorplan, and manufacturer statements
• Posting and reconciling vehicle deals, commissions, and incentives
• Processing and reconciling accounts payable and receivable
• Maintaining accurate general ledger entries and supporting schedules
• Assisting with month-end and year-end close
• Preparing and submitting sales tax, payroll tax, and other required reports
• Supporting audits and manufacturer financial reporting

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA
• 401k
• PTO
• Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car
• Personal Automotive Concierge Service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed