Staff Accountant (Payroll & Shared Services)

Kunes Country Automotive Management Inc • Delavan, WI

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About The Position

About the Role
Delavan Holdings is seeking a Staff Accountant to support our centralized Shared Services Accounting and Payroll team, serving multiple automotive and RV dealership locations. This role is ideal for an early-career accountant who wants hands-on exposure to payroll accounting, general ledger, month-end close, and dealership financial operations in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

You’ll work closely with Payroll and Accounting to ensure payroll-related entries are accurate, compliant, and timely, while also supporting broader accounting functions across the organization.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll processes
• Experience with accounting software and payroll systems
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset when working with dealership and internal teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Payroll, dealership, or multi-entity accounting experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the Payroll Department with payroll processing across multiple auto and RV dealerships
• Maintain accurate payroll records, deductions, benefits, and compliance documentation
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and prepare payroll journal entries
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare balance sheets, income statements, and profit & loss reports
• Code invoices, set up new accounts, and close monthly books
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash disbursements, and customer accounts
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation
• File required federal, state, and local tax forms
• Ensure compliance with payroll and accounting regulations
• Coordinate with accounting software vendors and recommend system improvements
• Support purchasing and invoicing systems
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned

Benefits

• Centralized shared services model (broad exposure, real impact)
• Stable, growing organization with multiple business lines
• Practical, hands-on accounting experience—not siloed work
• Opportunity to build deep payroll and dealership accounting expertise

What This Job Offers

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