Payroll Specialist (Toyota of Bellingham)

Go Auto • Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

Go Auto is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support its growing U.S. operations. Based in Bellingham, Washington, the role supports accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple dealerships. The Payroll Specialist works closely with Payroll, Human Resources, and Finance and supports employees throughout their employment, from onboarding through offboarding. The position calls for ownership, accuracy, confidentiality, and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll practices, applicable regulations, and payroll compliance.
• Experience working with payroll systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Payroll administration experience supporting multiple locations or business units.
• Experience with ADP payroll systems.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or currently working toward it.
• Previous experience in the automotive dealership industry.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll for multiple dealerships, including salaried, commissioned, and incentive-based employees.
• Review and verify timecards, overtime, bonuses, payroll deductions, and adjustments.
• Administer payroll tax withholdings, garnishments, retirement contributions, and employee benefits deductions.
• Support employee onboarding, including new-hire documentation, payroll setup, and benefits enrollment.
• Process employee separations, including final pay, PTO payouts, benefits terminations, and COBRA notifications.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, complete audits, and assist with year-end payroll activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state payroll regulations.
• Prepare payroll reports and collaborate with HR, Finance, and dealership leadership to resolve payroll-related questions.

Benefits

• Health and dental benefits with comprehensive coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities within a large automotive organization.

What This Job Offers

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