[Hiring] Senior Technical Accountant @Lithia & Driveway

Role Description

We're looking for a Senior Technical Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling complex accounting challenges. In this role, you'll be a key contributor to our monthly close and financial reporting processes, applying technical accounting expertise to support business decisions, ensure compliance, and strengthen financial accuracy across the organization.

If you're passionate about U.S. GAAP, enjoy analyzing complex transactions, and want to play a visible role within a collaborative accounting team, we'd love to connect with you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the preparation and review of complex journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
  • Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insights.
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including financial reporting requirements.
  • Research accounting guidance and evaluate the treatment of non-routine transactions.
  • Document technical accounting conclusions in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
  • Review work prepared by team members, providing coaching and guidance to support quality and development.
  • Assist with financial statement schedules, disclosures, and external reporting requirements.
  • Partner with internal and external auditors and respond to accounting-related inquiries.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and improve documentation standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience.
  • 4–7 years of accounting experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting analyses.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting concepts clearly.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound professional judgment.
  • CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred.

Benefits

  • 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
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