Dealership Payroll Clerk

Overview

Trust Automotive Group is looking for an experienced Dealership Payroll Clerk to support a multi-dealership environment. This role is suited to someone who wants to build a career in payroll or accounting and contribute to a customer-focused team committed to long-term growth. The position reports to the Payroll Manager and involves a mix of payroll, accounting, and administrative support.

What you'll do

• Help process employee payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Enter and review payroll information such as hours worked, pay changes, commissions, and deductions.
• Maintain employee payroll files and related records.
• Assist with payroll audits and confirmation of payroll data.
• Keep payroll and personal employee information confidential.
• Organize payroll and accounting paperwork and filing.
• Provide general administrative support to the payroll center as needed.
• Follow company policies, internal procedures, and payroll compliance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent credential is required.
• Prior clerical, administrative, or customer service experience is preferred, though not mandatory.
• Experience in a dealership setting is a strong advantage.
• You should be highly detail-oriented and comfortable handling multiple tasks in a busy setting.
• Strong follow-through and organized work habits are expected.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook, is needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills are important.
• You should work well in a team, stay flexible, and keep customer service a priority.
• Bilingual ability is preferred but not essential.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment checks, including background screening, MVR review, and verification of a valid California driver's license.
• The role expects neat work habits and maintaining an orderly workspace.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching contribution
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental insurance options
• Strong opportunity for career growth
• Friendly work environment

Compensation and work setting

The pay range for this position is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. This is a full-time role based at the Costa Mesa dealership, and remote work is not available.

Additional information

This opening is designed for someone who can support both payroll and accounting functions in a multi-dealership structure. The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, service-oriented, and eager to grow within the organization.