Staff Accountant – HR & Payroll Specialist

Four Stars Nissan is looking for a Staff Accountant – HR & Payroll Specialist to join our team! This role ensures smooth payroll processing, accurate financial reporting, and effective HR administration. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with prior experience in payroll, accounting, and HR functions, preferably in an automotive or dealership setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily cash, check, and credit card deposit
• Posting of daily service warranty claims
• Posting of daily factory invoices
• Daily floor plan activity
• Processing of bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls
• Monthly statement reconciliations (ie. factory, floor plan, etc.)
• Monthly finance reserve statement entry and adjustments
• Monthly salesperson commissions and bonus calculations
• Prepare monthly VIT reports and make related payments
• Assist the Dealership Controller in overseeing certain schedules designated by the Dealership Controller
• Assist Dealership Controller with end of month closeout entries
• Back up certain accounting clerk desks as needed
• Posting the employee benefits statements and ensuring accuracy in billing and deductions
• Coordinating open enrollment for benefits each cycle
• Onboarding new hires and securing proper new hire and employment documentation
• Coordinating background checks and drug screens for potential candidates
• Maintaining employee information in the payroll system
• Assisting as a liaison between the store and the recruiting team
• Other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive payroll, HR, and accounting is required
• Previous experience with CDK is preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, benefits administration, and reconciliations
• Experience with HRIS platforms and accounting software
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

• This role will be Monday- Friday.
• $26-32/hr depending on experience.
• This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a growing dealership. We'd love to hear from you if you have the experience and skills to succeed in this role!
• Apply today!