Melissa Sherman
Anchorage
Summary
Dynamic dealership accountant with a proven track record at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Anchorage and Kendall Auto Group. Expert in financial reconciliation and regulatory compliance, ensuring timely payments and accurate documentation. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective communication, enhancing operational efficiency across departments. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and dealership operating systems.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dealership Accountant
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Anchorage
Anchorage
05.2021 - Current
- Processed all vehicle purchase paperwork to ensure timely payment from lenders.
Verified compliance of paperwork with state and federal laws. - Manage daily processing and reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Managed cash clearing and oversaw monthly maintenance of various schedules to achieve comprehensive documentation and balance at month-end.
- Aided sales, parts, and service departments by providing necessary task support.
Office Manager
Kendall Auto Group
Anchorage
08.2012 - 03.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of deal team across seven dealerships.
- Supervised four employees to ensure thorough review and posting of vehicle purchases.
- Processed dealer trades and managed company vehicle inventory and lease-end purchase paperwork.
- Entered accounting adjustments related to vehicle purchases and reviewed and adjusted all other schedules as needed.
- Provided timely payroll information for finance, service, and sales departments.
- Conducted monthly data entry and submission of manufacturers' financial statement.
Office Manager
GOH Lending
Anchorage
11.2008 - 03.2012
- Managed daily office operations including receiving and organizing correspondence, handling calls, approving loans, establishing and maintaining customer payment records.
- Engaged with customers and dealership managers, addressed concerns and delivered superior customer service
Finance Manager
Cal Worthington Ford
Anchorage
11.1992 - 07.2004
- Secured financing for vehicle purchases through negotiations with lenders and customers.
- Finalized vehicle sales by completing state and dealership documentation for loan funding submission.
- Presented ancillary products to customers at the point of vehicle sale.
Skills
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Financial reconciliation
- Regulatory compliance
- Payroll administration
- Cash management
- Attention to detail
- Customer service and communication
- Microsoft Excel and Office
- Dealership operating systems
Timeline
Dealership Accountant
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Anchorage
05.2021 - Current
Office Manager
Kendall Auto Group
08.2012 - 03.2021
Office Manager
GOH Lending
11.2008 - 03.2012
Finance Manager
Cal Worthington Ford
11.1992 - 07.2004
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