Accounting and Finance Rotational Program Analyst at Asbury Automotive Group – Sandy Springs, Georgia

Accounting and Finance Rotational Program Analyst
Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Requisition ID Req #11023

Overview/Job Summary
The DSC Staff Auditor – Corporate position performs audits of processes and controls at dealerships and corporate locations in accordance with GAAP, laws, regulations, and company policies. The position assists the DSC – Manager Corporate Audit and other audit team members in conducting audits and SOX testing, and assists the External Auditors as they conduct the external audit. The position will also interact with Executive Management and Department Heads on a regular basis.

Duties/Responsibilities

Documents and evaluates the design and effectiveness of Key SOX Controls by conducting Interim, roll-forward, and year-end update Corporate, Dealership Support Services (DSS), and Dealership SOX testing in accordance with Internal Audit and External Auditor standards.

Performs audits in accordance with internal audit standards, corporate policies and procedures, GAAP, laws, and other regulatory requirements.

Completes Audit Workpapers in accordance with Internal Audit Department Standards, including efficiently and effectively summarizing the results of audit step procedures.

Assists with the development and publication of Internal Audit Department Reporting.

Becomes knowledgeable of Asbury Corporate functions and the automotive Industry.

Assists the DSC Manager – Corporate Audit with executing EY Corporate Walkthroughs and documentation.

Executes Corporate Audit Program audit steps across all Corporate functional areas as assigned by the DSC Manager – Corporate Audit.

Develops effective relationships with Asbury Executive Management, Department Heads and team members across all Asbury organizations and communicates effectively with them.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Overview/Job Summary
The Staff Accountant – Fixed Assets will play an important role as part of the Corporate Accounting Team and assists in various aspects of Fixed Assets Accounting. The position provides the opportunity to interact with Senior and Executive Management on a regular basis.
Duties/Responsibilities

Asset Tracking and Management:

• Maintains the fixed asset register, ensuring all acquisitions, transfers, and disposals are accurately recorded.
• Monitors asset additions and disposals to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Depreciation and Amortization:

• Calculates and records depreciation and amortization schedules in alignment with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyzes the impact of depreciation and amortization on financial statements.
• Updates asset valuations and useful life estimates as needed.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepares and reconciles fixed asset schedules for financial reporting purposes.
• Assists with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy in fixed asset reporting.
• Collaborates with auditors during financial audits, providing required documentation and explanations.

Policy Development and Compliance:

• Develops and maintains fixed asset management policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP
• Stays informed of changes in accounting standards that impact fixed assets.

Disposal and Retirement of Assets:

• Manages the disposal or retirement of fixed assets, ensuring proper documentation and financial accounting.
• Analyzes gain or loss on asset disposals and reflect in financial statements.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Overview/Job Summary
The Staff Accountant Financial Reporting will play an important role as part of the Financial Reporting Team and assists in various aspects of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). The candidate in this role will play a key role in our quarterly external reporting cycle including, but not limited to, financial statement analysis, preparation of financial statements and footnotes, annual intangible asset impairment tests and other ad-hoc financial reporting requests. The position provides the opportunity to interact with Senior and Executive Management on a regular basis.
Duties/Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings and related earnings releases, including preparation and review of supporting work papers.

Assists in the preparation of all transaction-related SEC reporting requirements (8-K, debt offerings, equity offerings, etc.).

Assists in researching and documenting the Company’s position on technical accounting matters.

Assists with the accounting for acquisitions and divestitures.

Assists in the support of Asbury’s company-wide SOX program and the coordination with Internal Audit and our external auditors throughout the different phases of the annual reporting cycle.

Supports quarterly reviews and the annual audit by our external audit firm.

Assists the Manager of Financial Reporting with equity, stock compensation, lease accounting, and interest rate swaps and other accounting matters.

Assists with the annual impairment testing of the Company’s goodwill and franchise rights intangible assets.

Prepares work papers supporting key monthly close processes and analyses.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Overview/Job Summary
The Staff Analyst – Corporate Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis will play an important role as part of the Corporate Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis Team and will assist with various functions within those organizations such as, analyzing daily and forward-looking cash balances, analyzing merchant banking fee activities, and analyzing various performance trends. The position provides the opportunity to interact with Senior Management on a regular basis.
Duties/Responsibilities

Leads analysis of daily and forward-looking cash balances and liquidity calculations.

Analyzes monthly changes in merchant banking fee activities highlighting key drivers in expenses versus budget.

Summarizes quarterly peer performance and compare versus prior quarter/year.

Analyzes monthly performance trends of the business, providing input into the monthly Asbury Financial Forecast process.

Participates in ad hoc analysis of store level operational performance.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Overview/Job Summary
The Dealership Support Services (DSS) Staff Accountant will be a part of the DSS General Accounting Team which represents the consolidated General Accounting Department for the Asbury dealerships. The role of the team will be to ensure all general accounting transactions are processed timely, reconciliations and daily postings remain within Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements, to maintain a high level of customer service with Asbury’s dealerships and customers, and to continue to work on efficiency gains utilizing current technology advancements. The position provides the opportunity to interact with Senior Dealership Operational Management on a regular basis.
Duties/Responsibilities

Parts Department: Sales, Inventories, Customer Management, Parts Pad, Returns, Special Orders, Price Codes.

Service Department: Sales, Warranty, Technician Accounting Concepts, Repair Order Costing and Taxation, and WIP.

Finance Department: Deal Submission, Deal Approval, Deal Compliance, Finance Reserves, and Electronic Contracting.

Compliance Team: Month-End Review of Policies and Procedures and SOX Compliance.

Controller Area: Month-End Checklists, Forecasting, Budgeting, Expense Control, Pay Calculations, Journal Usage, Title Process, Bonus Programs, and Asset Management.

General Manager Area: Marketing Process, Financial Statement Review, Customer Satisfaction, Market Share Reviews, Lot Management, and Inventory Management.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Overview/Job Summary
The Dealership Staff Accountant will participate in the Asbury Controller Academy, which will include participation in and exposure to a number of dealership areas, functions, operations, and departments. The position provides the opportunity to interact with Senior Operational Management on a regular basis.
Duties/Responsibilities

General Accounting daily processing ensuring deadlines are met.

Executes processes to ensure compliance with SOX controls.

Processes transactions timely, accurately, and in accordance with Company standards and policies.

Works with External Auditors and Internal Audit to fulfill audit requests.

Executes bank entry postings, including vehicle receivables schedules.

Executes floor plan payoffs and flooring of vehicles received.

Executes finance reserve postings and ensures proper account classification.

Executes DSS’s role in F&I cancellations and postings in a timely manner.

Prepares journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.

Processes manufacturer payments through manufacturer website where applicable.

Accrues floorplan interest for all dealerships, including loaner vehicles where applicable.

Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization

Education & Experience
Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance or a Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a different undergraduate degree.

Pay and Recognition:

Weekly pay

Paid holidays & paid time off

Paid training

Stock Awards (select management and front-line team members eligible)

Insurance / Retirement:

Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans

Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)

Paid Parental Leave

Health savings

Flex spending accounts (tax-free)

Short-term and Long-term disability plans

Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)

401k with company match

Pet Insurance

Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:

Digital career path tool to assist with career development

Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System

Professional growth and development opportunities. Additional advantages:

Technician Student loan relief resources

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts on parts and service repairs

Scholarship awards

Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours

Employee referral program with bonus opportunities

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