The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s financial obligations by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. This role supports the accounting department by maintaining vendor relationships, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting regulations. The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and efficiency within the organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Process invoices, verify approvals, and ensure accurate coding of expenses.
Maintain vendor records, ensuring up-to-date payment terms and contact information.
Reconcile statements and resolve discrepancies with vendors in a timely manner.
Process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers per company schedules.
Assist in month-end closing by preparing accounts payable reports and reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls related to financial transactions.
Maintain accurate records of payments and invoices for audit purposes.
Support financial audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless processing of financial transactions.
Assist with ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned by management.
Uphold the company’s Core Values: Accuracy, Integrity, Efficiency, Accountability, and Teamwork. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

2+ years of experience in dealership accounting required.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and internal team interactions.
Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office, and financial platforms.
Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Previous DealerTrack DMS experience preferred, but not required.

Education & Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to maintain financial accuracy and expand accounting knowledge as needed.


Physical Requirements

Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. for file management and office organization.
Regular, punctual attendance is required.


Work Environment

Office setting with standard business hours and occasional extended hours as needed.
Maintain a professional and organized workspace.
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

Sales Consultant – Automotive
If you’re ready to kick your career into overdrive, now is the perfect time to join our team of automotive sales professionals! This is an opportunity for you to turn your sales skills, excellent customer service into oppertunity. The sky is the limit for highly motivated, results-driven team players who want to not only close the sale, but to turn new buyers into lifetime customers. What is unique about our process is that our sales team (Client Advisors) work the customer from start to finish. That means that you will be inchage of both selling the vehicle and finance. 
Job Responsibilities

Understand and implement dealership sales process
Own every aspect of the sales process (from new client prospecting to vehicle delivery)
Present and demonstrate inventory
Present financing options and assist with the paperwork
Complete sales contracts and ensure smooth transactions
Follow up with customers after the sale to ensure a quality experience 
Remain up-to-date on products, market trends and certification
Education and/or Experience

High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Customer service: 1 Year (Preferred)
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, Paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

Quick Lube Technician (Entry Level) – Automotive
Why wait to make a career out of doing what you love? Some of our best master technicians started as quick lube techs. So if working on cars gets your gears moving, contact us today. As a quick lube tech, you’ll start by being responsible for inspecting and lubricating vehicles quickly and thoroughly. And with a little hard work and dedication, who knows where you’ll be able to go? At our dealership, the door is always open. And so are your options.
Job Responsibilities

Perform multipoint inspections
Communicate additional service/repair needs to service advisors
Service universal joints, grease fittings, and steering knuckles using hand- or compressed-air powered grease guns
Inspect fluid levels in steering gears, power steering reservoirs, transmissions, differentials, rear axle housings and shackles
Check tire pressure
Lubricate moving parts with specified lubricants
Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil
Add water to radiator and battery
Replace oil and air filters
Inspect all vehicles for additional repairs
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards and codes of conduct
Follow dealership safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.
Qualifications

Must meet dealership’s requirements for employment
Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and information
Familiarity with all aspects of automotive repair/maintenance
Must have a valid driver license and be able to operate manual transmissions
Prior experience as a technician’s helper or apprentice preferred
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Occasional exposure to inclement weather
Ability to operate an automobile
Prolonged periods of standing, stooping and bending
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Requires a significant amount of walking and/or standing. May also require working in the seated position for long periods while operating controls with arms and legs. This position may also require working at a production pace while pushing and/or pulling materials from place to place.
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

Service Technician – Automotive
We run an honest shop and need honest, hard-working techs. To be a success at our dealership, you need to have solid skills and solid ethics. We also know that to keep a good service tech, a dealership has to treat them right by paying them well and offering room for learning and advancement. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best in the business and make great money while doing it. If you love diagnosing and repairing vehicles while maintaining a positive attitude, then let’s talk!
Job Responsibilities

Examine and diagnose vehicles
Discuss repairs with service advisor
Communicate additional service requests to service advisor
Provide labor estimates to service advisor
Monitor repair time and update service advisor
Maintain strict adherence to dealership policies on vehicle care and operation
Complete story and/or documentation for client repairs
Assist in mentoring technician trainees
Attend company and factory training
Keep current with factory technical bulletins
Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations (such as disposal of hazardous waste)
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or GED (general equivalency diploma); or 1 to 3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Operator Driver's License & State Inspection License
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

About Us:
At Carlock Toyota of Slidell, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our customers and maintaining a team-focused, growth-oriented work environment. We're looking for energetic and dependable individuals to join our service team as Express Automotive Technicians. If you're passionate about cars and looking to jumpstart your career in the automotive industry, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary:
As an Express Automotive Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing quick maintenance services such as oil changes, tire rotations, and vehicle inspections. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience with opportunities for advancement and factory training.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform basic maintenance services, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid top-offs, and battery checks.

Conduct multi-point inspections and communicate findings clearly to service advisors.

Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations.

Uphold Carlock Nissan’s standards for quality and customer service.

Assist other technicians and team members as needed.


Qualifications:

Basic automotive knowledge or experience preferred.

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Strong attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Willingness to learn and grow within the company.


What We Offer:

Competitive hourly pay.

Factory-backed training and development opportunities.

Uniforms and tool assistance (if needed).

Health, dental, and vision insurance options.

Employee discounts on vehicles and services.

Career advancement within the Carlock Automotive Group.

Apply today and start your automotive career with a team that values growth, integrity, and customer satisfaction!

Sales Consultant – Automotive
If you’re ready to kick your sales career into overdrive, now is the perfect time to join our team of automotive sales professionals. This is an opportunity for you to turn your sales skills, excellent customer service and industry expertise into major profits. The sky is the limit for highly motivated, results-driven team players who want to not only close the sale, but to turn new buyers into lifetime customers.
Job Responsibilities

Understand and implement dealership sales process
Own every aspect of the sales process (from new client prospecting to vehicle delivery)
Present and demonstrate inventory
Review, update and manage daily inventory reports
Create and execute strategies for increasing market share
Prepare and review monthly plans with sales leadership
Maintain Customer Service Index, Gross Average and monthly units to dealership standards
Remain up-to-date on products, market trends and certification
Must be familiar with Client Relationship Management (CRM) software
Education and/or Experience
Experience, education and prior sales training are a PLUS. 
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

Business Development Center (BDC) Representative
The Business Development Center Representative is responsible for receiving all incoming service calls, establishing relationships with customers and scheduling appointments for the Service Department.
The BDC Representative interacts daily with the BDC Manager, Service Advisors, Service Managers, support staff and customers.
Responsibilities

Receiving inbound service phone calls
Identifying the client's needs and scheduling appointments
Placing outbound phone calls to existing client base
Ensuring all clients concerns are addressed prior to appointment date such as cost, warranty questions, appointment duration, etc
Contacting clients prior to appointment date to confirm appointment
Hours of department are M-F 7a-6p & Sat 7a-5p
Must work Saturdays, off major holidays
Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Extensive customer service, sales, or telemarketing background
Computer literacy, strong organizational and follow-up skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
Excellent problem solving skills
Must be able to prioritize workload
Call Center Experience
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or GED; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.
About Us
Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional.
At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we're committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.

Now Hiring Automotive Sales Professionals
Carlock Toyota of Slidell — Join a fast-growing, dynamic dealership with real opportunities for growth and advancement!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level and earn what you’re truly worth?
We’re actively hiring Sales Professionals — with signing bonuses up to $2,500 for qualified candidates!

Why Carlock Toyota of Slidell?
At Carlock Toyota, you’ll be part of a high-performing team that values professionalism, customer satisfaction, and personal growth. We’re committed to providing every team member with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.

What We Offer:

Commission + Draw Compensation Plan

Earning potential of $100,000+ per year based on dedication and performance

Full-time position with long-term career potential


Benefits Include:

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Discounts

Paid Training

Retirement Plan


What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking motivated, career-minded individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and be part of something great. No prior experience? No problem — we provide a state-of-the-art training program designed to set you up for success.

Your Role:

Build and maintain strong customer relationships

Deliver a “Truly Exceptional” customer experience

Participate in dealership training and development workshops

Collaborate with management and teammates to achieve department goals

Support and celebrate the success of your fellow team members

Carlock Toyota of Slidell is growing fast — and this is your chance to grow with us.
Join our team and be part of a company that rewards hard work, values integrity, and believes in promoting from within.