Automotive Payroll Specialist

Are you a skilled Automotive Payroll Specialist who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment and enjoys an ever-evolving industry? We're looking for a Payroll Specialist with a keen eye for detail and experience working with unions. 

As a Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in managing end-to-end payroll processes for multiple dealerships within our group. You'll navigate union requirements and partner closely with HR to keep everything running smoothly.

Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Schedule: Full-Time Onsite

Automotive Payroll Specialist Responsibilities

• Collect and compile payroll data, entering data or computing and posting wages, and reconciling errors in order to maintain accurate payroll records
• Records changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions, insurance coverage and loan payments for each employee, and keeping master payroll records updated
• Reports earnings, taxes and deductions
• Compute and process direct deposits, paychecks as well as tax-withholding statements for employees' use in preparing income tax returns
• Coordinates with HR in processing new hire paperwork, including verifying employee I9 forms and documentation, payroll change, and termination paperwork
• Providing information and answering employee questions about payroll related matters
• Provide support to multiple locations in timekeeping and reporting requirements
• Maintains files, records, and compiling statistical reports as needed
• Coordinating with the HR department to ensure accurate employee data and compliance
• Comprehensive knowledge of government payroll rules and regulations including union contracts
• Other duties as assigned

Automotive Payroll Specialist Qualifications

• At least 3 years of previous payroll experience for an automotive group or dealership
• Strong knowledge of union contracts and their impact on payroll practices
• Thrives in fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
• Experience with Netchex payroll system is a plus
• Willingness to adhere to established policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Excellent communication skills and calm under pressure
• Technology-savvy. Google Doc, sheets, Microsoft Office
• Strong organization & time management skills
• Self-Motivated, Team player, with attention to detail

What We Offer:

• 401(K) with employer match
• Major medical, dental (50% employee paid premiums)
• Vision
• Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off 
• Employee vehicle purchase discounts
• Career advancement opportunities
• Fun work environment

Annual Salary: $71K - $75K 

Compensation will be based on performance and experience; pay ranges may vary from displayed amounts

We are looking for qualified, quality people who are ready to start their career within our family. We are a drug free, EEOC, and Affirmative Action Employer. To learn more about us visit: https://jointeamcastle.com/