Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Younger Auto Group | Accounting Department Location: Hagerstown, MD Employment Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, hourly eligible for overtime Join a Trusted Automotive Organization Younger Auto Group, representing industry-leading vehicle brands including Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Volvo, and Mercedes-Benz, is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Specialist to join our Accounting team. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys working independently, values accuracy, and takes pride in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. As our Payroll Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting more than just payroll processing. You will be a trusted resource for payroll administration, reporting, compliance, and maintaining the integrity of employee payroll records across our dealership operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and have a passion for accuracy and confidentiality, we would love for you to apply. What You’ll Do As Payroll Specialist, your responsibilities will include: Processing accurate and timely weekly payroll for the Auto Group Reviewing and processing monthly commission payroll Setting up new employees and maintaining employee payroll records Processing payroll changes including compensation updates, direct deposits, tax withholdings, deductions, leaves of absence, and terminations Reviewing payroll reports and identifying discrepancies before payroll submission Maintaining payroll system data, codes, deductions, and account distributions Preparing and filing monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll-related reports Processing payroll tax filings and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Preparing annual W-2 forms and assisting with year-end payroll reporting Responding to employee payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially Maintaining organized and accurate payroll documentation and records Staying current on payroll regulations, reporting requirements, and company policies Supporting additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of payroll processing experience Strong understanding of payroll procedures, payroll reporting, and payroll compliance requirements Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize competing responsibilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive employee information Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational and time-management skills Intermediate computer proficiency and ability to learn payroll and dealership software systems Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset Preferred Qualifications Experience processing multi-company and multi-location payroll Experience with commission payroll calculations Payroll experience within an automotive dealership environment Familiarity with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing Why Join Younger Auto Group? At Younger Auto Group, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive and professional work environment where team members are valued for their contributions and expertise. Benefits Include Competitivepay Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan Employee discounts Collaborative and team-oriented workplace Join a company where your expertise helps ensure every employee is paid accurately, on time, every time. Working Environment This position is primarily performed in a professional office setting and requires extended periods of desk work. Occasional lifting of office supplies or paper products weighing up to 20 pounds may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote and compensate associates on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr