Carmart, a pioneer in the Sri Lankan automotive industry, is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and understand the financial nuances of vehicle importing, costing, and automotive retail, we want to hear from you.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, and cash flow monitoring.
Coordination with financial institutions, preparing and follow-up on Letters of Credit (LC’s) and prepare import costing.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, financial statements, and vehicle inventory valuations.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (VAT, SSCL, Income Tax, and other local automotive/import levies).
Liaise with banks, auditors, and Government bodies regarding financial documentation.
Qualifications & Experience
Professional Status: Part-qualified in CIMA, ACCA, CA or Full AAT.
Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience in accounting, with direct experience in vehicle imports or the automotive trade being highly preferred.
Skills
Solid understanding of Import Customs, foreign currency transactions, and import procedures.
Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
Language: Excellent communication skills in English and Sinhala (both written and verbal).
Skills Required
- Part-qualified in CIMA, ACCA, CA or Full AAT.
- Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on accounting experience.
- Direct experience in vehicle imports or the automotive trade.
- Solid understanding of import customs, foreign currency transactions, and import procedures.
- Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Sinhala.
America's Car Mart Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Auto-enrollment into a 401(k) and a company match of 50% on the first 6% after one year for full-time associates, plus no-cost advisor access, provide meaningful retirement backing.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan offers a 15% discount after 12 months for eligible associates, expanding ownership access.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — No-cost telemedicine, a 24/7 EAP with up to eight counseling sessions per issue, wellness screenings that can reduce premiums, preventive and prenatal care at 100%, and merchant discounts bolster everyday wellbeing.
America's Car Mart Insights
What We Do
Car-Mart’s vision has not wavered since its inception – “to be America’s best auto sales and finance company in the eyes of its associates and customers while improving the communities it serves.” Car-Mart continues its legacy of providing transportation and financial solutions to thousands of credit-challenged customers. More than 40 years later, Car-Mart’s team of 2,000+ associates sells vehicles to the grandchildren of former customers – a testament to the company’s solid foundation of keeping customers on the road. Today, that emphasis on delivering service, convenience, dependability and peace of mind is at the heart of Car-Mart. The company, headquartered in Rogers, AR., features more than 150 dealerships in 12 states and is recognized as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers in the U.S. by Forbes magazine in 2018 and 2019. We’ve been named to several Newsweek lists for 2023: • America’s Greatest Workplaces • America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity • Most Trustworthy Companies in America
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