Staff Accountant

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About the Role

Walser Automotive Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our accounting team supporting Suburban Chevrolet in Eden Prairie! In this role, you'll play an important part in supporting the daily financial operations of our dealerships, ensuring accuracy in accounting transactions, maintaining financial records, and collaborating with internal teams to keep business operations running smoothly. 

What You'll Do

• Manage daily financial transactions, including preparing daily bank deposits, receipting payments for customer accounts and vehicle sales, and processing refund checks.

• Reconcile accounts receivable (A/R) and proactively communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances, payment status, and account discrepancies.

• Perform monthly account reconciliations, including bank accounts, floor plans, gas logs, OEM open accounts, finance reserves, and credit card statements.

• Support accounts payable processes by coding, indexing, reconciling invoices, and ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained.

• Maintain accurate financial records by posting and reconciling credit card transactions and assisting with daily accounting activities.

• Prepare and process financial documentation, including scanning and organizing records related to parts, service, and vehicle sales.

• Assist with financial reporting by gathering and preparing supporting data for financial statements and operational reports.

• Support vehicle inventory accounting, including floor plan additions and payments, 207B transactions, and other inventory-related accounting functions.

• Process miscellaneous checks and accounting transactions, including out-of-state titling expenses and other dealership-related payments.

• Assist with service contract accounting, including Autoguard contracts and product cancellations.

• Collaborate with dealership teams to communicate A/R aging, resolve discrepancies, and support timely financial processing.

• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed to assist with miscellaneous tasks, special projects, and department priorities.

What You'll Bring

• Associate degree in Accounting required; bachelor's degree in Accounting strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience required.

• Previous automotive dealership accounting experience preferred.

• Experience with accounting systems such as CDK or ADP strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfort learning new accounting systems and technology.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, customer-focused approach.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

• Familiarity with banking portals, OEM systems, or other dealership accounting platforms is a plus.

• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and flexibility to assist wherever needed.

Why Walser?

At Walser, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We offer an environment where employees are supported, encouraged to grow, and empowered to make a difference.

Our team is guided by four core values:

• Do the Right Thing – Nothing is worth compromising a relationship.

• Lead by Example – Be willing to help, no matter how difficult the challenge.

• Display Positive Energy – A good attitude is highly contagious.

• Be Open Minded – The only thing that is constant is change.

Ready to grow your accounting career with a company that puts people first? Apply today and become part of the Walser team!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Walser Automotive Group is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ+ employer.