Automotive Accounting Clerk

Dealership : L0650 Northwest Finance Center

Desert 215 Superstore - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Now Hiring : Automotive Accounting Clerk (Dealership Accountant I)

Location : 8030 Rafael Rivera Way Las Vegas, NV 89113

Join a fast-growing, award-winning team that values your growth, your time, and your future.

80 Hours of PTO front loaded on Day 1

Flexible Monday-Friday schedule : 8am - 5pm

Starting Pay : $19.00- $24.00 per hour (DOE)

Comprehensive benefits package and long-term career opportunities

Desert 215 Superstore - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is part of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE : LAD) - the largest automotive retailer in the U.S. and a proud 2024 Top Workplaces Award Winner.

We’re one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 500 (Ranked #124 in 2025), with 330+ dealerships worldwide, representing 50+ brands in 3 countries.

Position Overview : Automotive Accounting Clerk (Dealership Accountant I)

Automotive industry experience required

Dealership accounting experience is preferred

CDK experience is A PLUS not required

Dealership Accountant I is as an entry level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions.  This is a traditional accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities.  Accounting acumen is required.  High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationships and influential leadership skills.   This will serve them well on a path to an Accounting Manager Role or if coupled with Automotive and Business acumen on the path to a Business Manager.

Wholesale Sales & Used Car Purchases - Recording of vehicle sales, Request & process lien payoffs, Street purchases, Title processing, dealer trades.

Dealership AP / AR - Processing and coding cash receipts & vendor invoices, Collection of dealership AR balances, Refunds, balance intercompany.

General Dealership Accounting - Daily cash deposits & Bank Reconciliation, Schedule reviews and maintenance, coding statements.

Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications

The following knowledge, skills and abilities are needed to be successful in this position :

Understands Basic Accounting - familiar with COA, debits and credits

Ability to quickly review, research and if necessary, resolve variances

Entry to mid-level office and computer skills

A team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service.

A critical thinker and an effective time manager.

Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Active Listening – give full attention to the words and body language of others, take time to understand the points being made and ask questions as appropriate

Positive customer service attitude

Empowered self- leader, accepts responsibility and takes the initiative to ensure assigned deliverables are met within acceptable timeframes

Your Benefits at a Glance

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.