Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Helena is a part of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE:LAD), the largest automotive retailer in the U.S. and was named a 2024 Top Workplaces award winner.
We are one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 500 (#124 for 2025). With over 380+ dealerships worldwide representing over 50 brands in 3 countries!
Dealership Accountant I
Dealership Accountant I is an entry level position that ensures timely, accurate and consistent recording of dealership transactions. This is a hybrid accounting role that manages transactional posting of dealership activities and title processing. Accounting acumen is preferred. High performers will build upon their accounting & financial acumen while also building relationship and influential leadership skills.
Position Overview/Area of Responsibility
Title work - primary responsibility
Processing of cash receipts
Additional tasks may be assigned:
Submission of Service Contracts
Submission of Warranty Contracts
New car purchases and Dealer trades
Recording of used car purchases
Request and process lien payoffs
Processing of cash receipts
Regional check runs
Processing and payment of vendor invoices
FTC reconciliation
Accounting for manufacturer monies (parts, warranty, incentives, misc.)
Posting to Intercompany accounts
Additional Qualifications
The following knowledge, skills and abilities are needed to be successful in this position:
Understands concept of 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 -basic excel and outlook skills preferredAuto Industry Experience (preferred)
Customer Service experience requiredA team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service. - this is a must! this position is our customer service job
A critical thinker and an effective time manager. - important!
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency. - absolute must
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 - must
Empowered self- leader, accepts responsibility and takes the initiative to ensure assigned deliverables are met within acceptable timeframes - important
Proficiency Standards
Integrity - Acts ethically, maintaining a commitment to honesty and truth in all facets of behavior that builds the trust of others
Work Ethic - Delivers accurate, timely and consistent results while understanding the need to balance short-term sacrifice for long-term gain
Team Player - Supports the overall efforts of the team to accomplish departmental and Company goals and objectives
Team Builder - Acts as a role model within the department in all facets of assigned job duties, while effectively providing feedback to team members and earning respect as a leader
We offer best in class industry benefits:
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.