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Lithia & Driveway

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Dealership Accountant I

Lithia & Driveway · Sterling, Virginia, United States

Full-timeOn site0-2 yrsListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Dealership Accountant will manage financial processing tasks including service and warranty contract submissions, vendor invoice payments, and lien payoffs. They are also responsible for reconciling accounts, processing cash receipts, and maintaining accurate records for manufacturer monies and intercompany accounts.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

AccountingMicrosoft ExcelService contractsWarranty contractsLien payoffsCash receiptsVendor invoicesFTC reconciliation

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AccountingDealershipFinanceService ContractsWarranty ContractsLien PayoffsCash ReceiptsVendor InvoicesFTC ReconciliationIntercompany Accounts

Candidates must have at least one year of accounting experience with knowledge of debits, credits, and the chart of accounts, along with entry to mid-level Microsoft Excel skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and prior experience in the automotive industry is preferred.

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The posting, in full

L0629 Southeast Finance Center Dealership Accountant I Accounting Processing Centers (APC) | Dealership Accountant I BMW of Sterling is powered by Lithia! Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are important partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations. With a focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career. Join us and be part of a team where your impact drives our goal of Auto Done Easy!

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Dealership

L0629 Southeast Finance Center

Dealership Accountant I

Accounting Processing Centers (APC) | Dealership Accountant I

BMW of Sterling is powered by Lithia! Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are important partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations. With a focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career. Join us and be part of a team where your impact drives our goal of Auto Done Easy!

You will report to the Business Manager and work with other accountants in an on-site office environment.:

Location: 21710 Auto World CircleSterling, VA 20166

Target Hiring Range: $23.00-27.00

What You'll Do

  • Submission of Service Contracts
  • Submission of Warranty Contracts
  • New car purchases and Dealer trades
  • Record used car purchases
  • Request and process lien payoffs
  • Process cash receipts
  • Regional check runs
  • Process and payment of vendor invoices
  • FTC reconciliation
  • Accounting for manufacturer monies (parts, warranty, incentives, misc)
  • Post to Intercompany accounts
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

What You'll Bring

  • 1+ year Accounting experience- familiar with COA, debits and credits
  • Entry to mid-level Microsoft Excel
  • High School Diploma (required)
  • 1+ years of Auto Industry Experience
  • Retail Sales or Customer Service

Total Rewards

At Lithia & Driveway, we believe in pay transparency. The full compensation range for this position is $16.85-26.45, reflecting the earning potential and growth opportunities available within the role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. Final pay decisions are made through the interview process and in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Paid Holidays
  • PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Lithia Learning Center
  • Vehicle Purchase Discounts
  • Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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This listing comes from Lithia & Driveway's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 22 Oct 2026.