Human Resources Coordinator

Human Resources Coordinator

Farmington Hills, MI

Serra Ford Farmington Hills is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Human Resources Coordinator to support our dealership’s HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance functions. The ideal candidate will manage daily HR operations, process accurate payroll, and provide accounting support in a fast‑paced, high‑volume dealership environment. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in automotive HR while working with a collaborative and supportive team.

The ideal candidate also needs to be a forward thinker and strong attention to detail.

This position is 100% in person/on-site in Farmington Hills, MI

• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding, ensuring all forms and compliance documentation are completed
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files
• Ensure that the company is HR compliant at all times
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and HR‑related inquiries
• Support employee relations, policy communication, and HR compliance tracking
• Provide ongoing support to employees and management
• Manage job postings, screen candidates, and assist with interviews as needed

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls with accuracy and timeliness
• Verify hours worked, PTO, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments
• Process and ensure accuracy of all payroll taxes (federal, state, local, Social Security, Medicare)
• Process and verify benefit deductions each pay period (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
• Maintain updated payroll records in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, and employee updates
• Reconcile payroll‑related accounts
• Handle wage garnishments and related documentation
• Experience with Paylocity preferred but not required

• Perform payroll‑related journal entries and reconciliations
• Verify accuracy of payroll expense allocations
• Collaborate with different teams on reporting needs, including benefits, medical, payroll, and other compliance‑related audits.
• Ensure financial records tied to HR and payroll are complete and error‑free
• Experience in CDK is preferred

• Support employees during open enrollment annually and new hire benefit selections
• Process benefit changes, qualifying life events, and terminations
• Maintain accurate benefit records for medical, dental, vision, and additional plans
• Assist with 401(k) onboarding, eligibility tracking, and administrative coordination
• Ensure compliance with benefit‑related deadlines and reporting requirements
• Communicate benefit information clearly and professionally

• Strong knowledge of wage laws, payroll taxation, and HR compliance
• Experience in payroll and/or human resources required (1-2 years required)
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and related platforms
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Professional appearance and demeanor; reliable and punctual
• Prior experience in Paylocity and CDK is a plus

• Forward thinking and willingness to change with the industry
• Strong multitasking and prioritization abilities
• Skilled in employee relations and customer‑focused communication
• Proficient in HRIS, payroll software, and dealership systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Adaptable and eager to learn new systems and processes
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion
• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and additional benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Family‑owned and operated
• Employee discounts on vehicles and services

Serra Ford Farmington Hills is part of Serra Automotive, one of the nation’s leading privately held automotive retail groups. Founded in 1973 with a customer‑first philosophy, Serra Automotive has grown into a network operating in 8 states with more than 60 dealerships representing 27 brands and employing over 3,600 people nationwide. The group’s commitment to…