Accounting Assistant

New Way Ford

Accounting Assistant

Coon Rapids, IA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    JOIN THE TEAM AT NEW WAY FORD/COON RAPIDS, IA AS AN ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT!

    New Way Ford is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team! As a family-owned dealership serving Coon Rapids and the surrounding communities, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and take pride in being a family-owned business. This role is perfect for someone with strong organizational skills, enjoys multi-tasking, working with numbers and supporting day-to-day accounting functions. If you are looking for a career with a company that values teamwork, integrity, and growth, we'd love to hear from you!

    This person will assist with various financial tasks, including cash receipts, invoices, and accounts payable. This role is integral to ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations within the company. The Accounting Assistant will work closely with the accounting team and other departments to maintain financial records and ensure that transactions are processed in a timely manner.

    Key Responsibilites include but are not limited to the following:

    Title processing

    Ensure all vehicles are properly completed, filed and transferred for both new and used vehicles

    Handle title lien paperwork to process ownership transfers and title corrections

    Verify title accuracy to prevent errors that could delay registration or sale

    Prepare and submit vehicle registration paperwork to the state and local authorities

    Assist customers with registration questions and help resolve title-related issues or questions

    Accounts Payable processing

    Invoice processing by receiving and verifying for accuracy, enter invoice into the accounting system

    Payment processing-process all check payments

    Reconcile statements and resolve discrepancies or issues

    Record maintenance-maintain vendor file and organize all items for auditing purposes

    Ford related items include Ford EFT statements, Ford Parts Invoices, Ford Warranty

    Accounts Receivable processing

    Invoice processing; assist the service department and the receptionist by cashiering service and parts tickets

    Payment collections, process checks, cards, cash for services/parts/service contracts, car deals

    Daily deposit, cash, checks and credit cards

    Call on past due customer accounts

    Assist the office manager with other tasks as needed

    Qualifications:

    Associates degree in accounting preferred; with 3 or more years of demonstrated experience in accounting

    Effective communication with a team-oriented mindset

    Experience in the automobile industry is a plus

    Familiarity with Dealertrack is a plus

    Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

    High attention to detail with strong organizational skills

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    Skilled in balancing various tasks while maintaining accuracy and efficiency

    Ensures accuracy in processing financial data and maintaining records

    Your next opportunity starts here-Apply now!