Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator The Lou Fusz Automotive Network is looking for a full-time payroll administrator. This position is responsible for confidentially processing weekly and semi-monthly payrolls as well as maintaining employee records (previous and current employees), while ensuring that all payroll processes are done correctly, accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner. The position requires the employee to be detail-oriented, organized, and able to multi-task. To work in the Payroll Department, an employee must have the ability to handle work that is confidential in nature. Professionals in this role are expected to have the ability to pay attention to detail and enter a high volume of data. They are generally in daily communication with employees and managers, as well as their team members in the Payroll Department. What We Offer: Industry-leading Medical/RX/Dental/Vision Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability 401k Plan with company match Voluntary Benefits including short-term disability/accident/critical illness/universal life/cancer Vacation / paid time off / bereavement leave Responsibilities: Maintenance of employee records (pay rate changes, position/dept changes, employee transfers, employee personal information changes, direct deposit changes, setting up deductions, tax filing status changes, etc.) Ensuring the accuracy of time sheets weekly Entering the data required to complete weekly and semi-monthly payrolls, including union and non-union, accurately and on time Ensuring that involuntary deductions, such as child support or garnishments, are calculated correctly and deducted from the employee's paychecks, and remitted in a timely fashion Maintain attendance calendars and time off accruals Confirming that new employees are enrolled in benefits and retirement plans as they become eligible and termination of employees in the system when they leave our employment. Filing / scanning employee paperwork Qualifications: Payroll experience is preferred, but is not necessary for the right candidate Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Prior accounting experience is a plus Good listening skills Problem-solving skills Basic computer skills Organizational and time management skills are necessary What We're about: The Lou Fusz Automotive Network has been serving the St. Louis and surrounding areas for over 70 years and has expanded into several states in the Midwest! Our company is still 100% family owned and operated. We have a great history of providing excellent career opportunities for sharp, energetic people. The Lou Fusz Philosophy is based on 6 principles-Respect, Hard Work, Fun, Winning, Constant Improvement, and Teamwork. Our company has always been committed to improving our community and serving the people of the St. Louis area. Apply today and find out what working for a great company with a terrific culture is all about! We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex. national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.