Accountant

Description

The Bosak Automotive Group has become synonymous with superior sales, selection and service. Their vision provides an exceptional car-buying experience. It’s a vision that’s always evolving as the family continuously seeks the most effective ways to better service their customers.

Located in Northwest Indiana, Bosak Auto offers Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Honda, Chevy, KIA, Buick, GMC, Nissan, Ford and Toyota across nine (9) dealerships.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a strong candidate to join our Accounting Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment.

Essential Duties and Functions

Safeguard the Assets of the Dealership

• Assist in implementing strategic objectives at the dealership.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable governmental finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, property tax, sales tax filings, processing 1099s,  etc. 
• Ensure all vehicle deal, financial, payroll, and employee records are maintained, retained, and destroyed in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinate processing of financial transactions to ensure accounting policies, procedures, and reporting requirements are being followed.
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties in the accounting office.

Financial Reporting and Accounting

• Prepare accurate financial reports and statements on a timely basis.
• Perform required daily accounting processes.
• Complete the financial monthly close of the store in a timely manner.
• Maintain the general ledger and scheduled accounts, keeping sub ledgers in balance with the GL
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts and record any and all adjustments in the appropriate reporting period.
• Supervise the control of the petty cash accounts
• Facilitate the preparation of work papers and answer our CPA’s requests and questions during the annual review of our financial statements
• Participate in the preparation of financial forecasts and the annual Plan for the dealership

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting,  pursuing a degree in accounting AND/OR
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the field; CPA firm experience preferred.
• Audit experience is also an asset

Skills and Specialized Knowledge

• Working knowledge of personal computing software including Microsoft Office
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data, reports, and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from dealership management