Payroll Admin/Accounting Clerk-Automotive

San Marcos Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in San Marcos, Texas is looking for a qualified Full-Time Payroll Admin/Accounting Clerk to become part of our team! 

As a Payroll Admin/Accounting Clerk, you will be responsible for efficiently processing payrolls for approximately 60-70 employees on a semi-monthly basis as well as providing support to our Controller and accounting office team. Our office is big on cross-training, so we are looking for someone that is comfortable and willing to learn a variety of different tasks.

Responsibilities of the Payroll Admin/Accounting Clerk:

• Review, enter, and process semi-monthly payroll for both hourly, salary and commission-based employees.


• Safeguard employee information by maintaining accurate and organized records.


• Address payroll & benefit inquiries from employees.


• Process vacation requests and time-card adjustments.


• Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment, payroll adjustments & invoicing.


• Assist in on-boarding new hires for various departments.


• Bank reconciliations


• Overseeing of administrative tasks within the accounting office


• Processing of manufacturer invoicing


• Reconciliation of accounting schedules


• Collaborate with dealership managers to ensure compliance with dealership policies and controls.


• Assist Controller with various administrative tasks.


• Assist accounting office team with a variety of tasks depending on needs (deal audit/process, AR/AP, title work, etc.)

Qualifications for the Payroll Admin/Accounting Clerk:

• 2+ years of experience in an accounting office (preferably automotive dealership).


• 1+ years of payroll experience.


• Proficiency with Dealertrack DMS software as well as Netchex payroll system preferred .


• Extensive knowledge of payroll administration, benefits administration, and/or human resources.


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.


• Familiarity with accounting schedules.


• Ability to adhere to strict/tight deadlines.


• Must be professional, reliable and have a positive attitude.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task efficiently.


• Background check and driving record required. May be required to complete a pre-employment drug test.

Benefits available to the Payroll Admin/Accounting:

• Monday-Friday schedule. Typically, 7am-4pm shifts (1-2 very early morning shifts per month to process payroll)


• Starting pay $18-$20 per Hour BOE


• Paid Holidays.


• Paid Vacation after the introductory period.


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.


• Disability and life insurance options.


• Employee pricing for automotive purchases.