Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Kansas City Metropolitan Area | Full-Time | On-Site | Reports to the Chief Financial Officer

ABOUT GOODAUTOS

GoodAutos is a growing pre-owned automotive retail group serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. Our organization includes multiple dealership locations supported by centralized reconditioning, retail service and shared services operations. We are expanding, and we are building a team of professionals who take pride in accuracy, accountability and service to our customers and to one another.

POSITION SUMMARY

GoodAutos is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to direct the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and to lead our accounting and title team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the financial records across all locations and related entities, and for the hiring, development and performance of the accounting staff.

The successful candidate is both a strong technical accountant and a proven people leader: someone who sets clear expectations, develops talent, and builds a department that the rest of the organization can rely on.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations

• Manage the monthly, quarterly and year-end close for multiple dealership locations and related entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, and ensure consistent accounting treatment and reporting across all locations.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, vehicle inventory, floor plan, contracts in transit, receivables and payables.
• Review vehicle deal posting, cost of sales, and finance and insurance income for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, commission calculations, and title and registration processing.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations among the operating, service and real estate entities.
• Administer floor plan activity, including payoffs, curtailments and lender audits.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of sales tax and other required state and local filings in Kansas and Missouri.
• Prepare monthly management reports and analysis for the Chief Financial Officer and store leadership.
• Coordinate with the outside accounting firm on year-end reporting and tax preparation, and with lenders on periodic reporting.
• Establish, document and maintain internal controls, accounting policies and procedures.
• Support the accounting setup of new locations and entities as the organization grows.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, mentor and develop the accounting and title team, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, hire and onboard accounting staff as the department grows.
• Set clear goals and expectations, provide regular coaching and feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Assign and balance workloads, cross-train team members, and ensure coverage of all critical functions.
• Serve as a trusted partner to general managers and department leaders, communicating financial information clearly and professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• A minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience, including at least one year in a supervisory or management role.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience.
• Experience with multi-location or multi-entity accounting, including intercompany transactions.
• Proficiency with a dealer management system and with Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growing organization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience with Tekion and QuickBooks.
• Experience in a high-growth or acquisition environment, including the integration of new locations.

Pay: $48,600.00 - $68,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leawood, KS 66211