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Staff Accountant Job Title:

Staff Accountant Company:

Briggs Auto Group Location:

Manhattan, KS Position Type:

Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to join our accounting team at Briggs Auto Group here in Manhattan, KS. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background to confidently manage daily financial operations, reporting, and complex reconciliations. Prior automotive dealership experience and familiarity with the CDK Global Dealer Management System (DMS) are considered a strong plus, but are not mandatory, as we are fully prepared to train a candidate with exceptional core accounting expertise.

Key Responsibilities General Ledger Management:

Maintain ownership of the general ledger, prepare and post journal entries, and ensure all financial schedules are accurate and current.

Financial Reconciliation:

Perform daily bank reconciliations, audit dealership cash drawer logs, and reconcile monthly inventory floor plan statements.

Deal Packaging & Posting:

Review and post vehicle sales logs, finance and insurance (F&I) deals, and trade-in transactions within the CDK DMS.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

Process factory invoices, vendor payments, and manufacturer rebate claims while resolving any statement discrepancies.

Month-End Closing:

Partner with the Controller to finalize monthly financial statements, execute local/state tax filings, and submit manufacturer financial reports.

Qualifications & Skills Education & Background:

A solid foundation in accounting principles is required. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field—or equivalent heavy hands-on accounting experience—is necessary.

Experience:

2+ years of general accounting experience is required. Automotive dealership accounting experience is a definite plus.

Software:

Experience with CDK DMS is a plus but not mandatory. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUPs, formulas, and pivot tables) is required.

Core Competencies:

Clear understanding of complex reconciliations, balance sheets, and standard financial reporting. Knowledge of dealership-specific concepts (schedules, floor plans, holdbacks) is a significant advantage.

Attributes:

Sharp attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & Compensation Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service