Payroll​/Onboarding Specialist

Payroll and Onboarding Specialist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the new-hire experience—from background checks and drug screenings to system access and orientation—while also handling day-to-day payroll duties, benefits administration, and timekeeping oversight. This role requires strong communication skills, confidentiality, accuracy, and a solid understanding of payroll practices.

• Coordinate pre-employment steps, including background checks and drug screenings.
• Prepare and conduct new-hire orientation and ensure all required documents are completed.
• Maintain and audit employee files.
• Create system logins and accounts for new employees.
• Serve as the main point of contact for new employees during their first weeks.

• Process semiweekly/monthly commission payroll for all dealership departments.
• Audit timecards to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain payroll records while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

• Notify new hires of eligible benefit programs and assist with benefit questions.
• Support open enrollment, qualifying life events, and benefits changes.
• Maintain accurate benefit records and liaise with benefit providers when needed.

• Manage mandatory trainings and ensure compliance.
• Assist with planning department and store events.
• Collaborate with department managers to ensure accurate workforce information.

• Onboarding and payroll experience is required—automotive industry a plus.
• Knowledge of payroll systems, commission processing, and timekeeping software—Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for growth within a respected dealership group

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location:

In person

• Meets and exceeds individual objectives as defined by supervisor.
• Adheres to schedules and deadlines.
• Thoroughness, accuracy, and timeliness in completing essential duties.
• Shares company core values.

• A team player focused on providing exemplary customer service.
• A critical thinker and effective time manager.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Presentation skills – ability to present information in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to work with high‑performing personnel.
• Active listening – give full attention to the words and body language of others, take time to understand the points being made and ask questions as appropriate.
• Strong knowledge of benefit principles, laws, and regulations and technical knowledge of benefits functional areas.
• Ability to quickly review, research, and if necessary, resolve variances.
• High level office and computer skills.