Implementation Specialist II

who we are

solera is a global leader in data and software services that strives to transform every touchpoint of the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. We also provide products and services to protect life’s other most important assets: our homes and digital identities. Today, solera processes over 300 million digital transactions annually for approximately 235,000 partners and customers in more than 90 countries.

Our 6,500 team members foster an uncommon, innovative culture and are dedicated to successfully bringing the future to bear today through cognitive answers, insights, algorithms and automation.

implementation specialist – (location not specified)

solera is seeking an experienced implementation specialist with a focus in dealership accounting to support our automate dms software platform. In this role, you will provide expert guidance and support to automotive dealerships using automate, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of their accounting operations within the system. You will assist with system setup, troubleshoot accounting‑related issues, and work collaboratively with internal teams to improve product functionality based on customer feedback and evolving dealership needs.

Prior experience working with automate dms or similar systems is preferred but not required. This position requires excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to translate complex accounting workflows into practical solutions for dealership staff.

• set up a dealership chart of accounts
• research, troubleshoot and correct out‑of‑balance accounts
• utilize the general ledger mapping tool to conduct chart changes
• create journal sources, schedule and complete setups of accounting, accounts payable, parts, service, sales and f&i
• read a profit and loss report and compare it to the trial balance
• read and decipher raw data in cases of discrepancies after the journals and schedules are loaded
• analyze transaction data and compare transactions in two systems for accuracy
• compare the financial statement supplied by client with the fs produced by automate, update related data, unit counts and supplemental data
• set up doc as requested by client
• compare and verify fs sent in by client on live qa phase with the one produced in automate
• update unit counts and supplemental data, correct any issues, verify doc calculations match the validated fs
• communicate with customer and trainers, analyze financial statements from old and new systems for comparison and troubleshooting
• research client’s prior dms reports/files to determine data conversion needs
• set up dealership, bank information, direct deposit, positive pay, nacha file, company departments, retirement plans, employer matches, earnings & deductions, tax definition, and crosswalks for employee control numbers/pay codes/deductions
• qa/validate all converted data for accuracy, including government wage reporting, earnings & deductions, 401(k) & company 401(k) matching, employee history, tax summaries
• review check history, add earning or deduction codes and tax treatments for employees
• qa/validate a mock payroll, create mock payroll to validate tax and 401(k) & matching
• create and send payroll reports to training team
• load data into backend tool and ensure it accurately reflects in the front‑end tool

• bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2‑5+ years of dealership accounting experience, including roles in accounts payable, accounts receivable, office management, or as a controller
• knowledge of payroll processing, regulations, and reporting, including taxes
• experience with standard business software and dms for accounting functions
• understanding of taxation and relevant state and federal laws and regulations
• well‑versed in core technical competencies (os, networking, core company applications)
• excellent skills coordinating tasks to ensure projects are completed correctly and on schedule
• above‑average skills in microsoft office software (excel, outlook, word, and windows)
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• positive communication with…