A/R Clerk & Car Rental Assistant in Effingham, Illinois at Dan Hecht Chevrolet Inc

Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota is a family-owned dealership with a proud history of serving the community for over 67 years. Committed to delivering exceptional service, quality vehicles, and a welcoming environment, we strive to ensure every customer leaves completely satisfied.

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our Accounts Receivable (AR) functions and support our Car Rental Department. This dual role is essential for maintaining the dealership’s cash flow and ensuring a seamless experience for our rental customers. Position is Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm with rotating Saturdays. Responsibilities include however are not limited to:

- Reconciles and Deposits receipts from Service/Parts transactions, Body Shop Transactions, Car Deal Transactions, and Manufacturer Warranty & Incentives.

- Receipt cash, check, or ACH payments received on account the appropriate receivable account.

- Reconcile and Post Daily credit card batches

- Review Accounts Receivable accounts for accuracy. Document necessary adjustments for manager posting

- Monitor aging reports and conduct professional follow-ups on delinquent accounts

- Maintain accurate documentation of calls or other forms of communication made to customers.

- Process and print out monthly accounts receivable statements. Mail statements along with any invoice copies.

- Performs background checks on credit applications. Gives approvals for current charges.

- Update customer account information

- Act as the primary assistant to the Car Rental Manager, assisting with scheduling and customer rental inquiries.

- Utilize rental software to manage vehicle availability

- Complete administrative tasks such as preparing rental contracts, coordinating vehicle deliveries, and processing paperwork.

- Assists with related special projects as required

- Other duties as assigned

Benefits Include:

• Paid training
• Referral program
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or related field preferred however not required
• Proven experience in accounts receivable or similar finance roles
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial regulations