Junior Accountant

CIT Trucks

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Normal, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing commission payroll data, performing bank reconciliations, and maintaining accurate general ledger records. They also assist with tax spreadsheet preparation, accounts payable review, and intercompany expense allocations.

Qualifications

You have an Associate's Degree and no prior experience is required, though 6-12 months of related experience is preferred. Your responsibilities will include reviewing parts sold by route salesmen, preparing bank account reconciliations, and entering journal entries into the accounting system.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Spreadsheet

Accounting system

General ledger

Federal Excise Tax

Intercompany expense allocations

Warranty

Accounts Payable

Sales tax

Credit card receipts

Job Description

Description

At CIT Trucks, LLC, we fuel the engine of the American economy. With the trucking industry moving a staggering 76% of the nation’s goods, we are looking for competitive, high-velocity individuals ready to dominate with a premier Midwest leader. This isn’t just a job; it’s a high-impact career path backed by the massive purchasing power of a $38 million inventory and a proven track record of selling over 4,000 trucks annually.

Our team operates at a scale few can match, supported by over 360 professional service bays and a network of state-of-the-art body shops delivering elite-level craftsmanship. We are a dominant force across Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana, with 16 locations and a powerhouse workforce of 900+ employees. With revenues already exceeding $920 million and a clear trajectory to surpass $1 billion in the coming years, we are looking for the next generation of leaders to help us get there.

Why CIT Trucks? Your Path to the Top:

  • Join a Winning Legacy: Be a vital part of a rapidly growing company with a rock-solid track record of success.
  • Master Your Craft: Receive elite, comprehensive training and development designed to make you an industry expert.
  • Limitless Growth: We don't just hire; we promote. Advance your career through aggressive internal opportunities.

If you have the drive to match our volume and the motivation to support a critical national industry, CIT Trucks is where you belong.

Responsibilities of the Junior Accountant entail:

  • Review parts sold by route salesmen and enter date into spreadsheet for commission payrolls.
  • Prepare and review bank account reconciliations.
  • Get detailed information for journal entries, correct data, and enter data into accounting system.
  • Work with IT department to obtain commission data, compare that data to commission goals, and send to Staff Accountants for review.
  • Work with location managers to verify general ledger expenses and follow up if there are issues.
  • Gather data and prepare Federal Excise Tax spreadsheets.
  • Review intercompany expense allocations for accuracy.
  • Send warranty, core bank, and parts return reports to locations for corrections and status on past due amounts.
  • Pull Accounts Payable invoices for review for sales tax application.
  • Reconcile and code credit card receipts.
  • Coordinate with others in the Accounting Department to troubleshoot issues as necessary. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

CIT Trucks, LLC. provides a comprehensive wage and benefits package that includes:

  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Choice between 3 wide-ranging medical plans with prescription coverage
  • Option to participate in HSA or FSA savings accounts
  • Access to dental and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Company paid life insurance, as well as additional voluntary life insurance for self and family
  • 401(k) retirement planning that has a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%

Requirements

The requirements to be a Junior Accountant:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Associate’s Degree required
  • No experience required
  • 6 – 12 months of related experience preferred

CIT Trucks

Our consolidated enterprises employ over 900 people and represent Kenworth, Volvo, Mack, Isuzu, and Autocar product lines in 15 locations serving sales territories in Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana. Our dealerships offer the best in new and used truck sales, an extensive parts inventory, the finest in truck service and maintenance, and state of the art body repair. Additionally, the company owns subsidiaries Central Truck Leasing, a wholly-owned truck rental and leasing company, and Central Truck Finance, a wholly-owned financial services company. We are proud of our company's heritage and are confident that, with the help of our highly capable and enthusiastic employees, the future is very bright for CIT Trucks.
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