Staff Accountant

Join our team and be part of something truly transformational!

Under the name of Care Gard Warranty Services, Automotive Financial Group (AFG) was founded in 1994. Within the past 30 years AFG has become a leader in vehicle service contracts and protection products. Through partnerships with car dealerships, finance companies, and automotive manufacturers (OEM), Care Gard has redefined the standards of service in the automotive industry. Driven by a profound mission to enhance the automotive landscape, Care Gard has tirelessly worked towards nurturing talent and fostering a culture rooted in values of trust and reliability.

Today, it stands as a titan among extended warranty providers, celebrated for its exceptional Google ratings and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Right now, we are looking for a detail‑oriented Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. Can you thrive in a collaborative environment, deliver accurate and timely financial results, and support key accounting processes while maintaining strong communication across the organization? Are you someone who takes ownership and makes an impact?

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general accounting duties to support the Corporate Accounting department. This role plays a key part in the monthly close process, commission accounting, general ledger maintenance, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Lastly, we are looking for a person who is interested in being a part of something bigger than themselves, but someone who is more interested in joining a close‑knit team and not just finding another job.

• Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization.
• Prepares monthly commission statements and is responsible for the entire process, starting with initial set‑up and including W‑9 verification through issuing 1099s and collections.
• Prepare month‑end journal entries and account reconciliations to assist in monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Set up new accounts and reconcile GL accounts.
• Reconciles bank and credit card accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• At least three years of related experience required.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
• Ability to correctly prepare tax reports.
• CPA or CPA eligible preferred.

• 401k Match
• Company provided Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Professional Development
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Nine Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Employee Engagement & Birthday Celebrations