Automotive Experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk - Fairfax, United States - Ted Britt Auto Group

Description

Job Description

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Ongoing professional training
• Excellent benefits package including
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance
• Legal Shield
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan with employer match
• Paid Holiday, Sick and Vacation Time

Summary

Records payments to customer accounts and maintains accounts receivable records. Takes appropriate collection action on accounts more than 30 days old. Reconciles and deposits all monies received by the dealership.

Essential Duties

• Reconciles and deposits service and parts receipts, including charge cards, on a daily basis.
• Receipts all monies received from vehicle sales, checks for money due, and provides drafts for dealer signature.
• Enters finalized cash receipts and updates accounts receivable ledger by customer.
• Files all cash receipt records, check stubs, and bank receipts.
• Prepares cash deposits and fills out the cash control sheet daily.
• Reconciles statements and follows up collections as necessary.
• Prepares accounts receivable statements monthly.
• Performs background checks on credit applications.
• Processes daily credit card deposits.
• Research and processes charge backs, returns, and bad checks.
• Answers accounts receivable phone calls and follows up on inquiries.
• Updates customers' account information.
• Cross-trains others for this position as directed by management.
• Fills in for other administrative positions as needed and directed by management.
• Assists with related special projects as required.
• Maintains a professional appearance and neat work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

· High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in accounting or finance preferred

· Accounting experience in an Auto Dealership a plus.

· Minimum of 1-2 years experience in accounts receivable or general accounting

· Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel

· Understanding of basic accounting principles and accounts receivable processes

· Ability to process and post payments accurately and within deadlines

· Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy

· Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

· Ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding financial information

· Experience in the automotive industry is a plus

· Customer service orientation and negotiation skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Familiarity with financial regulations, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Ability to prepare, analyze, and present financial reports

· Capacity to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

· Comfortable handling monetary transactions and banking activities

· Legal right to work in the jurisdiction of the business

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