Accounting Specialist

EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry.  We are building a business based on doing things the right way.  From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow.  We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities! EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Accounting Specialist at our dealership in Charlotte, NC. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for processing car deals, managing accounting tasks, and providing administrative support to ensure accurate and efficient dealership operations.  What You Will Do:  Review all retail and street purchase deal documentation for accuracy and compliance  Finalize all deals in accounting that meet compliance requirements  Route finalized deals to the title team for processing upon receipt of all funding  Partner with the F&I department to ensure deals are being processed timely and accurately  Submit aftermarket product cancellations to the cancellation team  Perform schedule reviews and reconciliations throughout the month  Assist in the preparation of the weekly asset meetings  Be the point of contact for vendors regarding invoices and payments  Review and process invoices for payment  Complete monthly invoice reviews  Act as a liaison between the store-level business operations group and the Shared Services Center  Support in both internal and external audits by performing research and providing documentation as appropriate  Prepare SOX reconciliations that may include the Vehicle Stock In Control, Month End Bank Activity, Bank Reconciliation, and Physical Inventory Reconciliation  Assist with filing and scanning  Provide administrative support to management, other departments and employees as needed  Month-End Close Process:  Perform balance sheet reconciliations and book-adjusting journal entries as necessary  Provide analysis of expense variances  Produce month-end work papers to address specific financial results/metrics to be used as part of the monthly financial reporting package  What We’re Looking For:  1+ years of accounting or back office automotive dealership experience  Understanding of basic accounting principles  Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and organize schedule  Detail-oriented and time-management skills  CDK experience a PLUS  Intermediate excel skills  All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license  What We Offer:  $20-23 per hour based on experience  Health, Dental and Vision Insurance      401k with 4% company match     Paid vacation      Access to leadership and personal development programs  Growth potential      Casual dress  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.