Payroll and Benefits Clerk (Multi Store)
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Job Location:
Post Falls, ID - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
KnudtsenAuto Groupis seeking aPayroll and Benefits Clerktojoin the Knudtsenteam. Knudtsen is a family-owned and operated company that provides the community with new and used cars a full-service body shop and service department as well as Genuine GM Lincoln and Mazda Parts. At Knudtsenwe strive to be a team and truly value our relationships with each other our customers and the community.
Applicants should want to continue their own professional development and have the desire to be an integral part of a team. If this sounds like you come join our family for a rewarding opportunity in administration!
Summary of Position
The Payroll & Benefits Clerk plays a key role in supporting the dealerships administrative and HR functions. This positionis responsible forprocessingaccurateandtimelypayroll for KnudtsenAuto Group(Knudtsen Chevrolet Knudtsen Foothills Knudtsen Foothills ABRA Knudtsen Auto Group) reconciling and administration of benefitsmaintainingaccuraterecords and ensuring compliance with federal state and dealership-specific policies. The ideal candidate isdetail oriented computer savvy organized and comfortable working in afast-pacedautomotive retail office environment.
Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
Processsemi monthlypayroll forKnudtsen Auto Groupemployees.
Verify timecards commission sheetsflat ratehours bonuses spiffs and otherpay relateditems.
Ensure payroll accuracy by reviewing entries for compliance with dealership policies and labor regulations.
Post and reconcile all payroll and benefits accounts into respective accounting software systems.
Maintain payroll records and respond to employee payroll inquiries.
Coordinate with department managers to resolve discrepancies or missing information.
Benefits Administration
Assistemployees with enrollment changes and questions related tobenefit premiums.
Processbenefitdeductions and ensureaccuratepayroll integration.
Maintain benefit files and support annual open enrollment activities.
Communicate withHuman Resources to ensure employee inquiries and needs arebeing met.
Partner with HR to ensuretimelyinvoicing and reconciliation of all benefit plans is occurring monthly.
HR & Compliance Support
Assistwith technical onboarding of employeesincluding:
Create user accountsinalldealership software platforms.
Set up logins for CRM.
Set up access levels inNetchex.
Set up company email accounts and distribution lists.
Set up applicable employees with a gas card at both locations.
Ensure proper access tosharefolders andsystems.
Assist with MFA setup if needed.
Assistwith set up of workstations mobile devices tablets etc.
Communicatewithmanagersand HRand managetracking forms for account set up.
Maintain confidentiality and support accuracy of personnel files (digital and hard files).
Assistwithdeferring employee questions about benefits plan specifics to HR.
Support compliance with federal andstatelabor laws dealership policies and manufacturer requirements.
General Administrative Duties
Provide administrative support to theKnudtsen Auto Group office functions.
Assistwith audits including payroll benefits and workers compensation.
Support dealership events employee programs and internal communications.
Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Previouspayroll or benefits experiencerequired; automotive dealership experience is a plus.
Familiarity with payroll systems (ADP PaychexNetchexor similar).
Strong understanding of payroll regulations wage laws and benefit processes.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Excel Word) and general office software.
Strong communicationandcustomerserviceskills.
A team player focused on providing exemplary customer service.
Self-motivated and hard-working.
Proficient oral and written communication skills and the ability to read and interpret documents.
Have a valid drivers license.
Pass a motor vehicle report andpossessa safe driving record.
Pass a criminal background check and drug test.
Also subject to random drug testing reasonablesuspiciondrug and alcohol testing and post-accident testingat the companys request.
Why Knudtsen
At Knudtsen we are committed to our employees customersand the community in which we live work and play. We love supporting and attending local events andencourageour employees to get involved as well! Additionally we have some great benefits:
Employer sponsoredhealth insurance - medical dental vision for employees and dependents
Life and disability insurance plans
Paid holidays
Sick pay
Paidvacation
Employee purchase discounts
401(K) Retirement Savings Plan(4% Employer Match!)
Community service opportunities
Fitness room
Training assistance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING ENVIRONMENT
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. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Payroll and Benefits Clerkmaybe requiredto stand forlong periodsof time sit forlong periodsof time walk with customers and team members lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds balance stoop kneel and crouch. While performing the duties of this job the employeeis regularly required totalklistenandhear. The employee isfrequentlyrequired to use hands to finger handle feel and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The environment for this employeeisgenerally aquiet office setting and may require occasional visits to the dealership departments such as Sales and requiredto walk outside the dealership property and mayencounterinclement weather (minimal exposure if any).
Knudtsen Dealerships and Auto Body Shops are an equal opportunity employer and prohibits 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.
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Basic Math
- Cashiering
- Computer Skills
- Math
- Retail Sales
- 10 Key Calculator
- Copywriting
- Cash Handling
- Planograms
- Stocking
About Company
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