Staff Accountant

Company: OPENLANE
Location: Carmel
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Job Description:

Who We Are: We fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community . For more than 30 years, we've been committed to making dreams come true for independent car dealers. AFC's finance solutions provide liquidity to more than 12,000 independent dealerships across North America freeing up cash flow to give them more time to focus on building their business. Our solutions amplify dealers' purchasing power so they can stock their dealership lot with vehicles their customers seek.With our people-first culture, AFC believes in creating an environment where team members look forward to work each day. AFC is committed to helping each team member develop their own career dream. With cross-team and cross-OPENLANE company development opportunities, team members are able to pursue any position of interest.What We Offer:With our people-first culture, AFC believes in creating an environment where team members look forward to work each day. AFC is committed to helping each team member develop their career path with cross-team and cross-company development opportunities. We offer:

• Employee focused approach
• Competitive Salary
• Strong Bonus Opportunity
• Front Loaded Vacation, Personal, and Sick Paid Time Off
• 401(k) w. Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Holiday Pay
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability, life, and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchasing Program We're Looking For : We are seeking a Staff Accountant who will report to the Senior Accounting Analyst. You will c onduct research and complete projects for the Accounting Department as well as other departments within the company. You will m aintain general ledger balances and activity within those accounts by performing periodic reconciliations, inputting journal entries, and researching and resolving account discrepancies. You will m onitor, control and protect the assets of the company and provide accurate information concerning the business operations to internal and external users. The ideal candidate will have three (3) to seven (7) years of experience. You Are:
  • Focused on Elevating Relationships : you believe integrity and honest y build long lasting relationships ; c onnect ing deeply with y our customers, celebrating their wins, and supporting them through their struggles .
  • Powered by Passion : you are obsessed with customer service and help ing our customers realize their u nlimited potential. You understand o ur dealer ' s success is built upon the commitment and perseverance of your efforts .
  • Vision-Driven : you focus on u nderstanding your customers' future needs and are dedicated to continuous improvement ; making it easier for customers to do business while preparing for what's to come.
    • Dedicated : you have an unwavering "people-first" commitment to ensure success and provide support to your customers and team. You Will :
      • Reconcile General Ledger accounts
      • Produce reports for management as required. Ad hoc projects are common occurrences
      • Assist with month-end close procedures
      • Assist with internal and external audit functions as required
      • Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements when needed
      • Manage all queries that come in daily to the Accounting inbox. This will require corresponding with field operations and problem solving
      • Keep lines of communication open with operations to assist where necessary
      • Practice and promote teamwork at all times. Set a good personal example of attitude and performance
      • Assist with the company's fixed asset reconciliation, with the intention to own this process
      • Perform bank deposits 2-3 days each week
      • Perform balance sheet clean-up each quarter
      • Assist with the Forgiven Write-off process
      • Prepare information to record and file annual 1099's
      • P erform other duties, as assigned Must Have's :
        • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline is required
        • Three (3) to seven (7) years of accounting experience
        • Familiarity with concepts, procedures and processes typically used in accounting
        • Good organizational, time management, and verbal communication skills
        • Strong facility with numbers
        • Proficiency in telephone, keyboard, standard office equipment Nice to Have 's :
          • Ability and flexibility to perform varied tasks with professional judgment, accuracy, and timeliness
          • Previous auto i ndustry experience
          • Experience with Google products Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!

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