Automotive Accounting Clerk

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Automotive Accounting Clerk to join our dealership office team. This role supports the daily accounting operations of the dealership, including deal posting, contracts in transit, vehicle payoffs, commission balancing, time clock review, and general office support.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working with numbers, paperwork, deadlines, and multiple departments in a fast-paced dealership environment. You will work closely with our accounting, sales, finance, and management teams to help ensure deals and daily office tasks are handled accurately and efficiently.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today and join the Maplecrest Ford of Mendham team!

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience, with dealership experience considered toward the higher end of the pay range

• Consistent, employee-friendly hours

• 401(k)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off & sick leave

• Paid training and support from experienced managers

• Employee discounts on vehicles and service

Automotive Accounting Clerk Responsibilities

• Distribute daily morning reports to the appropriate dealership departments

• Post contracts in transit funds each morning

• Finalize and post booked deals into accounting, including:

  • New vehicle deals

  • Used vehicle deals

  • Wholesale deals

  • Dealer trades

  • Courtesy deliveries

  • Dealer-to-dealer swaps

• Balance sales floor commission sheets for finalized deals

• Process customer trade-in loan payoffs to Ford and other lenders

• Process floor plan payoffs for sold vehicles

• Review employee time clock entries daily for accuracy

• Order minor office supplies for dealership departments

• Assist with reviewing and analyzing deals once they are received in accounting

• Help support the accounting office during busy periods, overflow, or special projects

• Assist with stocking in vehicles for same-day sales when additional support is needed

Automotive Accounting Clerk Requirements

• Previous accounting, bookkeeping, office administration, or dealership office experience preferred

• Automotive dealership experience is a strong plus

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Comfortable working with numbers, paperwork, and computer systems

• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks throughout the day

• Good communication skills and ability to work with different departments

• Reliable, professional, and willing to help where needed

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

About Us

Maplecrest Ford of Mendham is a family-owned Ford dealership proudly serving Mendham, Morris County, and the surrounding areas. We are known for our customer-first approach, strong community reputation, and long-tenured team.

Our dealership has earned Ford Motor Company’s President’s Award for Customer Satisfaction 12 times, and we take pride in creating a supportive, friendly, and stable work environment for our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind, including but not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.