PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

Company: Careerbuilder-US
Location: Highland
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR
Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!
THE POSITION: The Payroll Administrator is primarily responsible for calculating pay and deductions, issuing paychecks and for the administrative support of day-to-day Payroll and Human Resources operations.
THE PERKS:
Competitive Compensation
Employee Referral Program
Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program)
Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
401(k) and Employer Match
Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Skills & Qualifications:
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, the organizations HRIS and talent management systems. (Payroll: Reynolds & Reynolds / Ignite; HR Compliance: KPA / VeraSuite)
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
2 or more years related experience and/or training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Compiles payroll data such as hours worked, salaries, commissions, taxes, garnishments, and other various mandatory and voluntary deductions.
Enters data into computer files and posts to payroll records.
Records all pay changes such as exemptions and insurance coverage and updates master record.
Prepares periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions, including federal and state reports.
Keeps records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
Prepares payroll reports for management as requested.
Performs various journal entries, account reconciliation, and provides General Ledger support.
Maintains new hire records, entering data, and filing records.
Onboarding of new employees.
Ensures accuracy of payroll.
Prepares and issues paychecks.
Remits Friend of the Court (FOC), Garnishments, Levies and Chapter 13
Completes Verification of Employment (VOE) Paperwork
Other duties assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
THE COMPANY:
Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 52 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 30 Michigan retail locations. The group employs nearly 2,200 individuals. Its the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities. The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customers specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen.
Our Mission: To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience.
Our Core Values: Accountability , Responsibility , Respect , Communication , Teamwork , Passion
LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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Keywords: Careerbuilder-US, Detroit , PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR, Other , Highland, Michigan