Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist

About us:

Dry Dock Marine Center is a family-owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience and expertise in assisting thousands of customers in selecting new and pre-owned boats, docks, lifts, and personal watercraft.

At Dry Dock Marine Center, you will find one of the largest selections of new and used marine products in the area. Customer and employee care is our number one focus. We strive to have a fun work environment with a family focus.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to be appreciated and work in a fun environment, look no further! We have a great history of providing excellent career opportunities for sharp, energetic, team & customer focused people.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist to manage the day-to-day financial operations of our growing marine dealership. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple departments, including boat sales, service, parts, accessories, docks/lifts, and operations.

This is not a basic data-entry role—we are looking for someone who understands how to manage accounting in an inventory-based, high-transaction business.

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities: Daily & Weekly Tasks

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and financing transactions
• Post and verify boat and PWC sales deals from Lightspeed DMS
• Record and reconcile service and parts department revenue
• Monitor cash flow and daily deposits
• Process vendor invoices and manage accounts payable
• Assist with customer payments, deposits, and refunds

Monthly Responsibilities

• Complete monthly close process (P&L, Balance Sheet, reconciliations)
• Reconcile inventory accounts (boats, parts, accessories)
• Verify payroll accuracy and reconcile with ADP Payroll Plus
• Prepare and file sales tax reports
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues
• Provide financial reports and insights to management

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Assist in improving accounting processes and internal controls
• Work with external CPA for year-end reporting and tax preparation
• Support budgeting and financial planning efforts
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Work with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles for customer titling and registrations.

QualificationsRequired

• 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (debits/credits, reconciliations)
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Lightspeed, or similar)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred (Strongly Valued)

• Experience in a dealership environment (marine, automotive, RV, powersports)
• Familiarity with inventory accounting and floorplan financing
• Experience working with Lightspeed DMS or similar systems
• Ability to analyze financial statements and identify issues

Work Schedule

• Tuesday–Saturday (flexible hours are possible)
• Part-time or full-time opportunity, depending on the candidate

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly or salary compensation based on experience
• Vacation Pay
• Healthcare benefits with Company HSA contributions
• Retirement plan with company match
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Employee discounts on boating products and services

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Financials are accurate, clean, and completed on time every month
• Issues are identified and solved proactively (not reactively)
• Management has confidence in the numbers
• Systems and processes continuously improve

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• accounting/bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $23