Accounts Receivable Clerk - Automotive Dealership

Burns Honda is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our dealership accounting team. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate with numbers, and comfortable working in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and post all customer payments (cash, check, credit card, ACH) to the correct accounts.
• Reconcile daily deposits for Sales, Parts, and Service and prepare bank deposits.
• Maintain and update accounts receivable ledgers and customer account files.
• Generate and send customer invoices and monthly statements.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts in a professional manner.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, chargebacks, and returned checks.
• Inventory Control duties include entering vehicles into inventory through both the inventory screen and Accounting.
• Assist with month-end reconciliations and basic accounting reports.
• Communicate with internal departments (Sales, Service, Parts) to resolve billing issues.
• Perform other general office and accounting support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college or accounting coursework preferred.
• 1–2 years of accounts receivable, accounting, or bookkeeping experience (automotive dealership experience a plus).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general office software; experience with dealership DMS (e.g., CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, Dealertrack, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
• Good communication skills and professional phone etiquette.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Hourly rate of $19-$22 based on experience.

Benefits include: Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation and sick leave in accordance with company policy and applicable New Jersey law; and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health and personal support resources. Eligibility for certain benefits may be subject to time-in-service or other criteria. Additional compensation may include bonuses or incentives, depending on role and eligibility.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. We reserve the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace.

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