JOB DETAILS
Automotive Accounting Specialist
CompanySonic Automotive
LocationOrlando
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 11, 2026
About The Company
For more than 60 years, Sonic Automotive has pursued a single purpose: to deliver an experience for our guests and our teammates that fulfills dreams, enriches lives, and delivers happiness. We don't simply sell and service vehicles. We help people pursue their dreams, whether it's a guest purchasing their first vehicle, a family creating lifelong memories, or a teammate building a meaningful career.
Founded in 1966 by Bruton Smith, the company has grown into a Fortune 300 company under the leadership of Chairman and CEO David B. Smith. Today, more than 11,000 teammates bring the company's purpose to life across a nationwide network of 174 automotive and powersports franchises in 146 locations in 90 cities and 20 states. We are proud to represent 24 automotive and 15 powersports brands and have helped more than 7 million guests purchase vehicles, delivered over 40 million service experiences, and earned more than 1 million 5-star reviews by consistently putting people first.
At Sonic Automotive, we believe trust isn't claimed — it's earned through transparency, consistency, integrity, and genuine care. That's why we were the only automotive and powersports retailer recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies in 2026. As the automotive and powersports industries continue to evolve, our mission remains constant: to innovate, lead with integrity, and create exceptional experiences that inspire confidence, build lifelong relationships, and positively impact every life we touch.
Sonic Automotive. Driven By People. Inspired By Purpose.
About the Role
Company Description
EchoPark Automotive, part of Sonic Automotive, a Fortune 500 company, is one of the fastest-growing brands in the automotive industry. We are committed to building our business the right way by delivering an exceptional experience for our guests, taking pride in the work we do, and creating meaningful opportunities for our employees to grow and succeed alongside us. We're proud of what we're building and would love the opportunity to share more about the exciting career opportunities available at EchoPark.
Job Description
EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Accounting Specialist at our brand new dealership in Orlando, FL opening December 2026! The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for processing car deals, managing accounting tasks, and providing administrative support to ensure accurate and efficient dealership operations.
What You Will Do:
- Review all retail and street purchase deal documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Finalize all deals in accounting that meet compliance requirements
- Route finalized deals to the title team for processing upon receipt of all funding
- Partner with the F&I department to ensure deals are being processed timely and accurately
- Submit aftermarket product cancellations to the cancellation team
- Perform schedule reviews and reconciliations throughout the month
- Assist in the preparation of the weekly asset meetings
- Be the point of contact for vendors regarding invoices and payments
- Review and process invoices for payment
- Complete monthly invoice reviews
- Act as a liaison between the store-level business operations group and the Shared Services Center
- Support in both internal and external audits by performing research and providing documentation as appropriate
- Prepare SOX reconciliations that may include the Vehicle Stock In Control, Month End Bank Activity, Bank Reconciliation, and Physical Inventory Reconciliation
- Assist with filing and scanning
- Provide administrative support to management, other departments and employees as needed
Month-End Close Process
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and book-adjusting journal entries as necessary
- Provide analysis of expense variances
- Produce month-end work papers to address specific financial results/metrics to be used as part of the monthly financial reporting package
What We’re Looking For:
- 1+ years of accounting or back office automotive dealership experience
- Understanding of basic accounting principles
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and organize schedule
- Detail-oriented and time-management skills
- CDK experience a PLUS
- Intermediate excel skills
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license
What We Offer:
- $20 - $24 per hour based on experience
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k with 4% company match
- Paid vacation
- Access to leadership and personal development programs
- Growth potential
- Casual dress
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Key Skills
AccountingAutomotive accountingDeal processingComplianceReconciliationsInvoicingFinancial reportingExcelCDKAudit supportJournal entriesExpense variance analysisTime managementAdministrative support
Categories
Finance & AccountingAdministrativeRetailTransportation
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401k with 4% company matchPaid vacationLeadership and personal development programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Accounting Specialist will process car deals, manage accounting tasks, and provide administrative support to ensure accurate dealership operations. They will also perform month-end close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$20 - $24
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
2531
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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