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!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.