Payroll Administrator

Penske Automotive Group•Edison, NJ

21d

About The Position

Penske Automotive Group is hiring an experienced Payroll Administrator to perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the accurate and efficient processing of payroll for area employees. The position offers an opportunity for someone with payroll experience to expand their knowledge and advance their career. The role requires high-volume data entry, attention to detail, computer proficiency, communication skills, and the ability to analyze and organize data. The employee works independently within established instructions and practices and interacts with others. There is no supervisory responsibility. The position is primarily based in an office environment with heating and air conditioning. It involves sitting most of the time, occasional extended periods of walking or standing, repetitive motion, and the ability to hear and talk. Light physical effort may include lifting up to 20 pounds at a time or frequently carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required as needed.

Requirements

At least one year of recent applicable experience.
High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in high-volume data entry.
Computer proficiency, including the MS Office suite and payroll processing software.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and computer skills relevant to payroll administration.
Ability to perform arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, percentages, discounts, interest, and commissions, and to interpret bar graphs.
Ability to work independently, follow detailed written or oral instructions, and interact well with others.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment with a reliable, positive, team-oriented attitude.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or equivalent, with two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform accounting and clerical tasks related to payroll processing for area employees.
Process payroll accurately and efficiently.
Enter high volumes of data and organize it for management analysis.
Collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Carry out assignments independently within provided instructions, routines, and accepted practices.