Payroll Administrator

<Overview>
Join our dynamic team as a Payroll Administrator and become a vital part of our financial operations! In this role, you will oversee the accurate processing of payroll, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. Your expertise in payroll management systems and accounting software will help streamline our payroll functions, support benefits administration, and maintain compliance with tax regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical skills in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence and precision.

<Duties>

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing using ERA-Ignite, to ensure timely and accurate employee payments
• Perform data entry and reconciliation of payroll data, including hours worked, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
• Administer employee benefits programs and handle related inquiries to ensure smooth benefits management
• Conduct account reconciliation for payroll accounts, general ledger entries, and tax filings to maintain financial accuracy
• Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions, journal entries, and compliance documentation
• Update employee records and process changes affecting payroll calculations
• Support governmental reporting requirements related to taxes, social security contributions, and other statutory obligations
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies or errors and resolve issues promptly
• Prepare reports on payroll expenses, benefits administration costs, and other relevant financial metrics for management review

<Qualifications>

• Proven experience with payroll management within the automotive industry on ERA-Ignite preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliation
• Familiarity with financial concepts related to corporate accounting, governmental accounting, accounts payable/receivable
• Proficiency in automotive accounting is highly desirable
• Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy; 10 key typing proficiency a plus
• Knowledge of tax regulations related to payroll processing and benefits administration preferred
• Ability to analyze financial data effectively and identify discrepancies quickly
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in maintaining compliance documentation and records
• Must be able to pass background w/ credit check to be eligible to hire

Join us in this rewarding role where your expertise will contribute directly to our operational success! We value precision, integrity, and proactive problem-solving—qualities that drive our team forward.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including recruitment selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination. The Dealership prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation during employment based on race; creed; color; religion; genetic information, national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; sex; gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions (including need or desire to breastfeed or express milk); age; physical or mental disability or handicap; citizenship status; veteran or service member status; marital status; civil union status; domestic partnership status; because an individual engages in lawful and/or legally protected conduct or because an individual makes a complaint relating to illegal conduct, as well as based on any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person