Accounting Specialist

Position Title: Accounting Specialist
Company: Woodhouse Auto Family
Job Location: Admin Building - 12325 Emmet St
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Company Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health Insurance: Medical + Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan: 401K Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
• Bereavement Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional Perks & Rewards:

• New Employee Referrals Bonus
• Customer Referral Bonus
• Employee of the Month Bonus
• Employee Appreciation Week: Company-wide appreciation event with giveaways and appreciation gifts.
• Employee Discounts: Includes vehicles, parts, services.
• Woodhouse Family Insurance: Employee discounts for Home and Auto Insurance.
• Growth Potential: Opportunities to be promoted within our company.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Automotive Technology or Collision Repair.
• Woodhouse University: Paid In-house Technician Trainings.
• Automotive Technician Paid Manufacturer Training: Includes travel and accommodations.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team at Woodhouse Auto Family. The ideal candidate will be an accountant with a strong automotive background and a proven ability to manage and oversee the financial transactions and records of the company. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy in accounting practices, preparing financial reports, and supporting the overall financial operations.

Why Join Woodhouse?

At Woodhouse, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of our family. We proudly operate 24 locations representing 22 renowned brands. As a member of our team, you’ll benefit from comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that fosters growth. We value your contributions and are committed to helping you reach your full potential. Join us and be part of a thriving community where your skills are recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your career can flourish!

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field or equivalent experience preferred, but not required.
• Previous accounting experience preferred, but not required.

Duties:

• Checks all invoices and obtains appropriate payment approval.
• Prepares accounts payable checks.
• Prepares checks for all approved check requests.
• Posts all open items in accounts payable.
• Prints accounts payable reports and maintains accounts payable files.
• Files paid check requests and paid invoices.
• Sets up new vendors and maintains current vendors.
• Responds to vendor inquiries.
• Keeps track of W-9's.
• Prepares 1099's at the end of the year.
• Assists in monthly closings.
• Prepares analysis of accounts, as required.
• Prepares purchase orders.
• Provides guidance and trains and cross-trains other Accounting Specialists.
• Serves as first escalation point for Accounts Payable issues, questions, concerns from other Accounting Specialists.
• Completes work with self-direction and autonomy.

Job Knowledge/Skills Required

• Attention to detail.
• General math skills.
• Microsoft Excel skills, intermediate or advanced.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information quickly.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Background Check: As part of our hiring process, we conduct background checks on candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. This may include a review of criminal records, motor vehicle reports, employment history, sexual offender registries, and other relevant information. Background checks are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, and all candidates will be required to provide written consent before the check is initiated. A previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify you from employment; each case is reviewed individually.

Post-Offer Occupational Health Screenings: As part of the employment process, we’re committed to ensuring a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. To achieve this goal, all prospective employees are required to undergo a drug screening following a conditional offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.