The Role
Lead and supervise the accounting team; prepare payroll, tax reports, reconciliations, and monthly/annual financial reports; manage cash forecasting; assist with audits; maintain manufacturer accounts and oversee collections.
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Accounting ManagerBergstrom Automotive Headquarters - NeenahWHAT YOU'LL DO
- Hire, train, lead, motivate and supervise accounting team members
- Prepare all required accounting related reports on a weekly, quarterly, and annually basis such as W-2’s, State and Federal unemployment taxes and withholding taxes
- Evaluate office production, revises procedures, or devises new methods to improve efficiency of workflow
- Assist with audits and reports such as financial statements, 401(K), floor plan, and insurance
- Maintain an effective daily cash management system and forecasting cash needs
- Reconcile accounts monthly and developing an accurate monthly operating statements
- Ensure that all manufacturer accounts including warranty claims, rebates, interest, protection, and co-op advertising accounts are current and accurate
- Print monthly journals, schedules, and general ledger. Closing month by processing accounting month-end
- Assist in completion of annual review/audit and ensuring compliance with all government regulations
- Prepare payroll, tax reports, tax deposits and tax returns
- Prepare team member health/life benefit payments
- Stay current on all factory incentives and codes deliveries
- Oversee collection of past due accounts
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm - 100% in office.
Pay: Annual salary starting at $95,000 - 115,000/year based on experience.
- Minimum education of an Associates Degree in Accounting is required
- Previous supervisory experience is preferred
- Upbeat and positive personality
- Active listening skills
- Ability to provide excellent guest service
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to build relationships with team members
- Working knowledge of bank and insurance terminology and processes
- Knowledge of and ability to use computer systems, including spreadsheets and Generally Accepted Accounting Principle
- Competitive compensation!
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance (for FT team members)
- Two weeks of PTO upon start date (for FT team members)
- Discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
- 401(k) with company match for FT team members
- Paid Holidays (for FT team members)
- Wellness Program
- Free Team Member Clinic
- Free Health Coach
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Training and opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Wisconsin's largest automotive group and is a top 50 automotive dealer in the US
- Established in 1982 in Neenah WI
- 2,300+ team members working in Green Bay, Kaukauna, Appleton, Manitowoc, Neenah, Oshkosh, Madison, and Middleton
- 39 dealerships representing 36 brands
- Consistently recognized by Automotive News as the top dealership group to work for in Wisconsin and one of top dealership groups to work for in the United States
- Received Glassdoor's "Best Places to Work" award
- Recognized by the Better Business Bureau and Time Magazine
- We are committed to giving back to our communities by supporting local organizations including Make-a-Wish, United Way, and Breast Cancer Research at the Medical College of Wisconsin
Skills Required
- Associates Degree in Accounting
- Previous supervisory experience
- Working knowledge of bank and insurance terminology and processes
- Knowledge of and ability to use computer systems, including spreadsheets and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Experience preparing payroll, tax reports, tax deposits, and tax returns
- Experience reconciling accounts and preparing accurate monthly operating statements
- Experience maintaining manufacturer accounts (warranty claims, rebates, co-op advertising) and overseeing collections
- Strong communication, active listening, and ability to provide excellent guest service
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The Company
What We Do
Bergstrom Automotive is a family-owned automotive dealership group based in Neenah, Wisconsin. Founded in 1974, it is one of the largest automotive marketplaces in the state, offering new and used vehicle sales, expert car service, parts, and financing across multiple franchises. The company is recognized for its commitment to transparent, upfront pricing and treating all guests like family.









