Automotive HR Payroll Administrator

Elite Recruiting Services • San Jose, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Capitol Nissan & Infiniti is seeking an experienced Automotive HR & Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role is for a detail-oriented HR and payroll professional who understands the unique demands of automotive dealership payroll, commission structures, employee benefits, and HR administration. Dealership HR & Payroll experience is required. The ideal candidate is organized, trustworthy, highly accurate, and comfortable handling confidential employee information while working closely with dealership management and department leadership.

Requirements

• 2+ years of HR and payroll experience within an automotive dealership REQUIRED
• Strong understanding of dealership payroll and compensation structures
• Experience with commission-based payroll strongly preferred
• Knowledge of dealership bonuses, incentives, and variable pay plans
• Experience with ADP, CDK, Paycom, or similar platforms preferred
• Understanding of payroll regulations and employment compliance
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with dealership leadership

Nice To Haves

• Dealership HR & Payroll experience is required
• Experience with commission-based payroll strongly preferred
• Experience with ADP, CDK, Paycom, or similar platforms preferred

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for a high-volume dealership
• Manage commission payroll, bonuses, incentives, and variable compensation
• Review payroll for accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain employee files, records, and HR documentation
• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding
• Administer employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Assist employees and managers with HR and payroll-related questions
• Support employee relations and HR processes
• Prepare payroll reports, audits, and related documentation
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information
• Partner with department managers and dealership leadership
• Help ensure compliance with applicable employment and payroll requirements
• Support additional HR and administrative functions as needed

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development Assistance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Training & Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed