Accounting Associate
CornerStone United, Inc. – Hickory, NC
Full-Time | In-Office Position | Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
About CornerStone United, Inc.
CornerStone United is a leading provider of warranty, protection, and specialty attachment programs for manufacturers, distributors, and dealers across North America. We are committed to managing risk, maximizing profits, and enhancing the customer experience—all while staying true to our core values: Respect, Honesty, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.
Founded in 1973, CornerStone United is one of the oldest and most experienced service contract and warranty providers in the United States and Canada. Today, we are a premier provider of finance and insurance products for manufacturers, agents, and dealerships in the automotive, powersports, marine, recreational vehicle, and manufactured housing industries.
Our administration of products such as GAP, Tire & Wheel, Mechanical Breakdown Coverage, Paintless Dent Repair, and Windshield Coverage allows us to offer a seamless, single-source solution. Headquartered in a beautifully restored, award-winning historic building in Hickory, NC, with a secondary location in London, Ontario, our team is dedicated to getting customers back on the road as quickly as possible.
CornerStone United is proud to have been named one of North Carolina Business’s Top 125 Privately Owned Companies for six consecutive years. We offer a professional environment where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive.
Position Summary
CornerStone United, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our team. This position supports company operations by handling a variety of accounting and clerical tasks related to our extended warranty programs.
The ideal candidate is a quick learner with strong data entry skills, a solid understanding of general accounting principles, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism with both internal and external customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily deposits, bank reconciliations, and general accounting tasks
- Complete a variety of clerical and administrative duties independently
- Learn and adapt to new systems, technologies, and processes
- Accurately follow written and verbal instructions
- Quickly gain knowledge of company products and programs
- Build an understanding of industry relationships between dealers, customers, and warranty administrators
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Customer-focused with a commitment to quality service
- Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Reliable attendance and dependability
Education & Experience
- Preferred: At least 2 years of clerical or administrative experience
- Accounting degree or relevant coursework is a plus, but not required
Why Join CornerStone United?
- Stable, growing company with a strong industry reputation
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to learn and grow within the organization
- Professional workplace in a unique historic setting
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and share your pay expectations for the role.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug Screen, Background Check.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
CornerStone United, Inc. is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Hickory, NC 28601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hickory, NC 28601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
