Accounting Clerk Job at Reefer Peterbilt in Auburn Hills

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary: The Accounting Clerk will assist in the financial operations of the dealership, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with state and federal regulations. This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Controller.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Help maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments in a timely manner.
• Reconcile accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Support financial analysis to identify trends and variances.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies, and regulations.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
• Enter financial data into accounting software accurately.
• Maintain and update financial databases and spreadsheets.
• Process all truck sales transactions and validate sales commissions.
• Ensure sales logs are complete and accurate, along with maintaining files per the retention schedule.
• Provide support to the finance team and collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Respond to inquiries from staff and vendors regarding financial matters.
• Serve as backup to the receptionist
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance (internships included).
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, such as pivot/lookup

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work until 6:00 p.m. and a rotating Saturday, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.