Automotive Bookkeeper
hace 19 días
Jefferson
Job Description Motor Vehicle/Accounting Clerk: DMV Title/Billing Specialist Position Overview Our family-owned new car dealership, proudly serving Morris County since 1965, has an outstanding opportunity for a detail-oriented and results-driven Motor Vehicle Clerk/Accounting Clerk to join our close-knit team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for accurately processing vehicle titles, registrations, and deal documentation, ensuring compliance with state regulations while supporting the dealership’s accounting operations. We offer a supportive, family-oriented, and stress-free environment where teamwork, accuracy, and respect are valued every day. Key Responsibilities • Verify deal documentation for accuracy and completeness., • Post new, used, and wholesale deals, including commission calculations for sales staff., • Prepare and submit state forms, process disbursements for taxes and fees, and file required paperwork with the DMV., • Process new and pre-owned vehicle registrations using the dealership’s software system., • Coordinate with outside services for out-of-state registrations., • Manage pre-owned title transfers and prepare/distribute title envelopes., • Track and follow up on all incoming titles to ensure timely completion., • Maintain and reconcile schedules for tax, title, license payable, and lien payoffs., • Review internal policies and procedures, identifying and reporting control issues to the Controller., • Record and monitor error logs for process improvements., • Process trade-in payoffs and verify Finance & Insurance (F&I) data for accuracy., • Reconcile inventory schedules weekly and monthly as assigned., • Audit F&I logs against accounting records prior to month-end close., • Process manufacturer rebates and incentives., • Perform additional accounting or administrative duties as needed. Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED required; coursework in accounting, business, or automotive administration preferred., • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in automotive title processing and billing within a dealership environment., • Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced yet relaxed office setting., • Proficiency with dealership management software and Microsoft Office Suite., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Certifications & Licenses • Notary Bond required., • Valid driver’s license required., • Must be fingerprinted for motor vehicle processing. Compensation & Benefits • Hourly Rate: $25.00 – $28.00 per hour (based on experience)., • Excellent work environment — small, supportive, and stress-free., • Health, dental, and vision insurance., • Life insurance coverage., • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)., • 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing., • Paid vacation and sick time.