Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

Location – Kansas City

Working Group – Hybrid, 1-2 Days In Office/Month

Travel Required – No

Classification – Non-Exempt

Salary Range - $52,000 to 57,000 5% Discretionary Bonus

*Core Competencies associated with this role: Dependability, Job Knowledge, Quality, Quantity, Teamwork

AutoAlert is the original disruptor in the automotive software space. Our Customer Experience Management (CXM) platform is revolutionizing the dealership-customer relationship, creating direct opportunities for meaningful connections and seamless experiences both online and offline.

About AutoAlert

AutoAlert offers a portfolio of innovative solutions that maximize dealership profitability by focusing on customer relationships and creating direct opportunities for meaningful data-driven connections. Founded in 2002, AutoAlert is the leading automotive software and data mining provider, enhancing customer relationships that lead to repeat sales, service, and increased loyalty. AutoAlert’s mission is to empower innovative automotive partnerships to improve data-driven customer experiences. AutoAlert is proud to lead the industry in data security, with independently audited high-level security in place via Soc 2 Type 2 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certifications.

Role Description

The Accounting Assistant will support the accounting team by performing essential bookkeeping tasks, reconciling invoices, and maintaining accurate financial records to ensure smooth financial operations.

You are a team player with strong problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset. You will be a part of a creative, diverse, collaborative team of hardworking individuals to increase brand favorability, customer engagement and advocacy, and revenue growth.

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and managing accounts payable
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Process AP invoices and payment
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Post transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial data
• Provide administrative support to the accounting team as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Your Experience and Impact

• Associate’s degree in Accounting preferred
• 1-3 years experience in accounting or bookkeeping preferred
• Proficient in data entry and management
• Proficiency in accounting software (NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude when adjusting to shifting priorities, while maintaining composure in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but works with other team members inside and outside of the department.

Across all teams, we look for the following values:

• Be a Role Model
• Be Passionate About our Partners’ Success
• Own Working Together
• Deliver Results

Living the AutoAlert values is core to all team members’ success. We welcome and encourage all people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on providing a positive place for you to grow your career.

Accommodations

If you require assistance applying for open positions, please reach out to Human Resources at hr@autoalert.com.

Benefits

AutoAlert provides a robust benefits package to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements apply to all plans in the United States and Canada. AutoAlert reserves the right to alter benefits offerings at will.

Posting Statement

AutoAlert is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

AutoAlert does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. AutoAlert will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with AutoAlert.

We are unable to sponsor H1-B Visas.