Staff Accountant

Location: US - IN - Carmel (OPENLANE)

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!