Funding Administrator

Dealership

L0105 Lithia Home Office

Lithia & Driveway | Funding Admin

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We’ve built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

The Funding Admin plays a key role in our accounting and finance operations by ensuring accurate posting and reconciliation of funds received from lenders financing vehicle purchases for Lithia retail customers. This position requires precision, analytical skills, and strong communication to support both internal teams and dealership personnel.

Location: Medford, OR (Hybrid)

Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am-4:30 PST)

Compensation Range: $16.85-$24.05/hr, with typical starting pay of $21.00/hr. Actual pay may vary based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws

What You’ll Do

• Accurately post and reconcile funds received from lenders to ensure timely allocation of vehicle transactions.
• Operate company and specialized accounting systems, manufacturer websites, and lender platforms to manage and track funding.
• Perform detailed data entry, adjustments, and reconciliations with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to payments, allocations, or missing information.
• Communicate proactively with managers, team members, and dealership accounting staff regarding funding status and inquiries.
• Demonstrate accountability by identifying and correcting errors while maintaining accurate records.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by recommending process enhancements and efficiency opportunities.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and special projects as assigned.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial transactions.
• Proven ability to manage reconciliations, data analysis, and error resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs preferred) and other Microsoft Office Suite tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for interacting with internal accounting teams and dealership personnel.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
  
  

We Offer Best-in-Class Industry Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 
• Paid Holidays & PTO 
• Short and Long-Term Disability 
• Paid Life Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Lithia Learning Center 
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts 
• Wellness Programs 
  
  

High School graduate or equivalent required , 18 years or olde . We are a drug-free workplace . We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.