Auto Collision Shop Bookkeeper

Job Description

Ideal Auto Collision is seeking a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented Auto Collision Shop Bookkeeper to support the daily financial and accounting operations of our auto body and collision repair business.

The ideal candidate will have experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, financial reconciliation, and automotive repair shop accounting. Experience working with auto body shops, insurance claims is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and daily bookkeeping transactions.
• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Process vendor invoices, payments, and customer billing.
• Track insurance claim payments, customer deductibles, and outstanding repair balances.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and vendor statements.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue payments.
• Record and reconcile repair orders (ROs), parts purchases, and related expenses.
• Assist with payroll records, employee timekeeping, and expense tracking.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and support month-end closing procedures.
• Work closely with shop managers, estimators, and the corporate accounting department.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and ensure accuracy of accounting records.
• Perform additional administrative and accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in an auto body shop, collision repair center, or automotive dealership is a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and accounting software.
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, bank reconciliation, and general bookkeeping procedures.
• Familiarity with insurance claim payments, repair orders, and automotive industry billing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Stable, full-time employment.
• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing automotive group.
• Hands-on experience with multi-location automotive accounting operations.

Join a fast-growing collision repair team offering competitive pay, career growth, and a supportive workplace culture.