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Title Clerk - Honda of Serramonte

Company Description

At Honda of Serramonte, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally.

Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in the country with over 120 dealerships nationwide...

It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative, team-based approach to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference.

When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

Job Description

The Title Clerk will be responsible for the processing of all car deals. This includes but not limited to verifying costs for the accounting department, including the costs of reconditioning and equipment add-ons, and handles the legal transfer of documents for the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Processes all new and used vehicles for registration in the state in which they will be titled.
Prepares tax and title documents.
Submits all legal transfer work to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Verifies that funds have been collected and the correct lien holder paid off before processing title applications.
Checks for accuracy in the application and ensures that all information is complete.
Prepares payoff checks for new vehicles and trade-ins.
Bills out all dealer trades and prepares Certificates of Origin.
Maintains a system to verify out-of-state titles.
Compiles and maintains a complete list of all outstanding title work.
Reports to management on the status of any missing or problem titles and provides a current list of outstanding titles to the comptroller at the end of month.
Signs over titles for all wholesalers who have paid in full.
Prepares a monthly report to management of any funds not collected from wholesalers due to missing or incomplete title work.
Processes/registers all vehicle warranties and extended service contracts, maintaining a log of all contracts processed and mailed.
Processes yearly renewal of dealer tags in conjunction with comptroller.
Conducts periodic training sessions for managers and sales personnel regarding title regulations and procedures and issues a written memo to managers and all sales personnel whenever regulations change.
Directs title runner in daily routines.

Qualifications

Must have previous automotive accounting experience
- ADP/CDK preferred
High school diploma or the equivalent.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license

Preferred Qualifications:

Must have previous dealership Title Experience (Contracts Experience)

Additional Information

Compensation (Hourly):

$25.00 - $32.00 / hour

*The Title Clerk Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between twenty five and thirty-two dollars an hour*

Schedule:

FULL TIME
5 days a week / 2 days off

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k plan with company match
Paid Time Off accrual
Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines

Average salary estimate

$59280 / YEARLY (est.)

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$52000K

$66560K

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What You Should Know About Title Clerk - Honda of Serramonte, Sonic Automotive

At Honda of Serramonte, we're not just about cars – we're about building a team where everyone can thrive. We're looking for a dedicated Title Clerk to join our dynamic team. As a Title Clerk at Honda of Serramonte, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the smooth processing of all car deals, crucial for maintaining our reputation as an industry leader in the automotive space. You’ll be in charge of verifying costs for our accounting department, handling the legal transfer of documents for the Department of Motor Vehicles, and much more. Your day-to-day will involve preparing tax and title documents, submitting all necessary paperwork to the DMV, and making sure all info is accurate and complete. Plus, you’ll get to collaborate closely with our sales team, conducting training sessions on title regulations. If you’re someone with automotive accounting experience and a knack for detail, this is an opportunity to not only grow professionally but to also contribute to our supportive work culture. With competitive pay, benefits including medical, dental, and a 401k plan, we’re ready to invest in your future. So why wait? Join Honda of Serramonte, where your skills will be valued, and let’s hit the road together!

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What are the responsibilities of a Title Clerk at Honda of Serramonte?

As a Title Clerk at Honda of Serramonte, you'll be responsible for processing all new and used vehicles for registration, preparing tax and title documents, submitting legal transfer work to the DMV, and ensuring that all applications are accurate and complete. Additionally, you’ll handle payoff checks, maintain logs of vehicle warranties, and report to management on any outstanding title work.