Automotive Cash Application Specialist

Cash Application Specialist

Accounting Support Role | Automotive Industry Experience Preferred | Stable Career Opportunity

Krause Auto Group

Join a Team Where Accuracy, Accountability, and Growth Matter

Krause Auto Group is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Cash Application Specialist to join our growing accounting team. This role is essential to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting dealership operations, and ensuring timely processing of customer and account payments.

For over 30 years, Krause Auto Group has built its reputation on customer satisfaction, employee growth, and promoting from within. We believe our employees are more than just a number-we support individual development, encourage advancement opportunities, and celebrate success stories across every department.

With a portfolio of world-class automotive brands including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Lincoln, Hyundai, Genesis, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Koenigsegg, McLaren, and Lotus across multiple states, you’ll be joining a fast-paced organization with long-term career growth opportunities.

Why You’ll Love It Here

401(k) with company match

Dental & vision insurance available

Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays

Career advancement opportunities-we promote from within

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts & service

Family-owned and operated culture

Long-term career stability

Supportive and team-oriented work environment

What You’ll Do

As a Cash Application Specialist, you’ll play an important role in supporting dealership accounting operations by maintaining accurate records, monitoring receivables, and ensuring timely processing of payments and transactions.

Accounts Receivable Responsibilities

Receipt and process cash, checks, credit card payments, and bank transactions accurately

Complete journal entries and maintain accurate financial records

Maintain and monitor AR aging schedules and follow up on past-due accounts

Prepare and send monthly statements to customers, fleet accounts, and wholesale accounts

Research and resolve payment discrepancies and customer balance issues

Apply account adjustments, write-offs, and refunds in accordance with dealership policies

Reconcile account balances and ensure accuracy of receivable records

Assist with month-end closing and accounting support functions as needed

Administrative & Team Support

Work closely with accounting, sales, service, and management teams

Maintain organized financial records and documentation

Assist with audits and reporting requests as needed

Support dealership accounting operations with additional administrative tasks

What You Bring

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Professional and dependable work ethic

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Requirements:

1+ year of automotive accounting experience required

Knowledge of CDK required

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required

BA in Accounting preferred

Ability to maintain confidentiality and accuracy with financial information

Why Krause Auto Group?

Over 30 years of automotive success

Family-owned and operated organization

Promote-from-within culture with real career advancement opportunities

Leadership team focused on employee development and long-term success

Opportunity to grow within a respected multi-brand automotive group

Perfect For Candidates With Backgrounds In:

Automotive dealership accounting

Accounts receivable or bookkeeping

Office administration

Financial recordkeeping

Customer account management

Administrative support roles

Build Your Career with Krause Auto Group

This is more than just an accounting position-it’s an opportunity to join a stable, growing organization that values its employees and invests in long-term success.

Apply today and grow your career with Krause Auto Group.

Our Commitment to You

Krause Auto Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.