Staff Accountant

**Who We Are:** At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. **We’re a technology company** building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles. **We’re a data company** helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use. **And we’re an innovation company** accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. **Our Values:** **Driven Waybuilders.** We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate. **Relentless Curiosity.** We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience. **Smart Risk-Taking.** We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition. **Fearless Ownership.** We deliver what we promise and learn along the way.   ****We’re Looking For:**** We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting the overall financial operations of the company. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of accounting principles, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. ****You Will:**** * Prepare and maintain accurate and timely financial records, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable transactions. * Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of financial statements and analysis of variances. * Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial accounts on a regular basis. * Process and verify expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines. * Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to management. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper recording and reporting of financial transactions. * Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and provide support during external audits. * Maintain a thorough understanding of accounting regulations and best practices to ensure compliance. * Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline and enhance accounting procedures. * Provide accurate and timely financial information to management as requested. **Location:** This role will be hybrid in our Carmel, Indiana Headquarters. ****Must Have’s:**** * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. * Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment. * Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP). * Proficiency in Excel, Google Suite offerings, and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle). * Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail. * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. * Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. ****Nice to Have’s:**** * Experience with month-end and year-end closing processes is a plus. * CPA certification or progress toward obtaining CPA is a strong advantage. **What We Offer:** * Competitive pay * Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US) * Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match * Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time * Paid maternity and paternity leave (US) * Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D (US) * Robust Employee Assistance Program * Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer * Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs * Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization * Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement **Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!**