Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll, including overtime, bonuses, deductions, and garnishments
• Maintain payroll records, reconcile accounts, and support payroll reporting and audits
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations
• Maintain payroll and benefits data integrity within Paylocity, as well as updates that come with the platform
• Manage payroll and benefits setup for new hires and process offboarding changes including final pay and benefit terminations
• Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and 401(k) tracking
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits
• Oversee FMLA, workers’ compensation, and compliance-related processes
• Partner with third-party vendors to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of hands on payroll experience processing payroll and administering benefits
• Strong understanding of payroll practices, taxes, and compliance
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with dealership DMS applications and/or Paylocity preferred
• Accounting experience is preferred for growth opportunities in the future
• Previous experience with payroll tax processes and compliance procedures

About The Company

Serra Ford Farmington Hills is part of Serra Automotive, one of the nation’s leading privately held automotive retail groups. Founded in 1973 with a customer-first philosophy, Serra Automotive has grown into a network operating in 8 states with more than 60 dealerships representing 27 brands and employing over 3,600 people nationwide. The group’s commitment to quality service, integrity, and career growth makes Serra a trusted and established name in automotive retail.