HR / Payroll Clerk

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for dealership employees (sales, service, parts, admin)


• Manage commission, bonus, and spiff payroll calculations
  


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws
  


• Handle garnishments, deductions, benefits, and PTO tracking
  


• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end processes


• Prepare and assist with W-2s, payroll tax filings, and audits
  

Human Resources

• Administer new-hire onboarding, employee files, and I-9 compliance


• Manage benefits enrollment, changes, and employee questions
  


• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation


• Support performance reviews, disciplinary documentation, and terminations


• Assist with workers’ compensation and leave administration (FMLA, ADA, etc.)


• Ensure dealership compliance with employment laws and company policies
  

Qualifications

• 
  2+ years of Payroll and/or HR experience (automotive dealership preferred)


• Strong understanding of commission-based payroll
  


• Experience with dealership DMS or HR/payroll systems (Tekion, CDK, Reynolds, Paycom, ADP, etc.)


• Knowledge of wage & hour laws, benefits administration, and HR best practices


• High attention to detail and confidentiality


• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior auto dealership payroll or HR experience
  


• Experience supporting multi-department payroll
  


• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus


• Accounting or Controller-office experience a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience


• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)


• Paid time off and holidays


• Stable, established dealership environment


• Opportunity to grow within the organization