Payroll Clerk

Payroll Assistant

This position contributes to the success of Rusnak Automotive Group (the Company) by providing key assistance in compiling and maintaining accurate payroll records.

Responsibilities

Maintain Accurate Payroll Records for the Automotive Group:

• Provides key assistance in the compilation payroll data including, but not limited to, hours worked; sales volume, bonuses, and commissions; monies to be withheld for taxes; employee contributions to insurance and retirement plans; etc., from time sheets and other records.
• Helps to maintain master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages with final review by Supervisor.
• Assists the Payroll Department in the computation of wages and deductions, reviews for accuracy, and posts payroll records as well as preparation, review and issues with Payroll Checks to be reviewed by the Payroll Supervisor.
• Prepares payroll records for review in areas including, but not limited to, leave pay and non-taxable wages for final review by Payroll Supervisor.
• Assists the Payroll Supervisor in the preparation of periodic reports for earnings, taxes and deduction.
• Begins initial preparation of files for all new hire and termination paperwork.
• Assists the Payroll Department in the maintenance of records for vacations and sick-day eligibility.
• Supports Payroll Supervisor in the preparation and coordination for all employee insurance payments.
• Provides support for and uses the necessary skills to complete the following monthly tasks:

o Maintenance and review of all schedules associated with Payroll. o Reconciliation of General Ledger Accounts affected by payroll. o Timely preparation and payment of benefits.

Qualifications

Required: H.S. Diploma/GED/ or Equivalent. Desired: A working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Excel. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; at least 3 years retail related experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills (Bi-lingual in English and Spanish or other language is an asset in this position). At least (18) years of age. Required: Current California Driver License with satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle driving record.