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Entry-Level Payroll Clerk | Giles Automotive Group Lafayette, LA | Full-Time | In Person
Are you ready to grow your administrative career? Giles Automotive is growing, and we’re looking for an administrative individual who is ready to take the next step as an entry level payroll clerk.
With five locations across Louisiana, our Payroll Clerk plays an important role in taking care of our employees who take care of our customers. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to grow their career and is detail oriented, organized, passionate about numbers, wants to expand their skills, and grow with a company that invests in its people
What You’ll do: You’ll play an important role in working alongside our HR and accounting departments, making sure our employees are paid accurately and on time while continuing to develop your payroll skills and HR knowledge.
- Payroll Management: Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees across our locations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Compliance: Stay updated on federal, state, and local payroll laws and ensure compliance with all regulations.
- Data Management: Maintain accurate employee records, including tax forms, direct deposit information, and benefit deductions.
- Reporting: Prepare and distribute payroll reports for management, highlighting key metrics and trends.
- Problem-Solving: Address and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly, maintaining trust and transparency.
- Collaboration: Work closely with HR and accounting teams to coordinate payroll changes, new hires, and terminations.
- System Operations: Leverage our ADP platform to streamline payroll processes and enhance efficiency.
What We’re Looking For: As an entry level Payroll Clerk, we’re looking for someone who has a solid administrative foundation, some payroll experience is preferred, but someone who is looking to grow and be coachable.
- Experience: At least 2 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-location or automotive dealership environment.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in ADP or similar HRIS platforms and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
- Attention to Detail: A sharp eye and commitment for accuracy, especially when working with numbers.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to troubleshoot issues and identify improvements to payroll processes.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with employees and management.
- Integrity: High level of confidentiality and ethical standards when handling sensitive information.
- Coachable: Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility
Why Join Giles Automotive Group?
- Culture: Be part of a supportive, people-first environment that values your contributions. Nothing is more important than taking care of our people. You’ll work with a team that values collaboration and accountability.
- Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills and grow with a leading automotive group. We are interested in discovering your strengths and helping you develop them. This position is designed for someone who wants to continue building their skills and take on more responsibility over time.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, and more.
- Community Impact: Work with a company that actively engages with and supports the local community.
Who are we? We pride ourselves in living out our mission to be a “vehicle" that improves the lives of our employees, our customers, and our community. Our mission is more than a phrase or something we hang on our wall, it’s central to how we help you advance, not just in your career, but as a person. We are interested in discovering your strengths and helping you leverage them to reach your personal and professional goals. Our mission impacts the way we help our clients; we don't just "sell" cars, we help people buy cars. Ultimately, our mission is reflected in our contributions to the Community, focused on building relationships and giving back. Please visit gilescareers.com to learn more.
What's next? Ready to make your mark as our entry level Payroll Clerk? Submit your resume and let’s take the next step!
Must be 21 or older and have a valid driver's license with a decent driving record.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit 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.
