What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist and Accounting Support position at Cogswell Ford?
HR Generalist and Accounting Support
Russellville, AR
Quick Snapshot
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Competitive Pay
Schedule: Structured Weekday Schedule (Monday through Friday)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
About Cogswell Motors, Inc.
Serving Russellville and the River Valley community since 1949, Cogswell Motors, Inc. is a family-oriented dealership representing Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda. Built on small-town values, integrity, and long-term relationships, we take pride in supporting our employees as much as our customers. We provide a clean, professional accounting office, a supportive leadership team, and a stable work environment where your precision, confidentiality, and administrative talents are valued. This role is a safety sensitive position under Arkansas Constitution Amendment 98.
Job Description
Cogswell Motors, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources and Payroll Clerk to join our business office team. In this dual-function administrative role, you will be responsible for overseeing employee recordkeeping, managing bi-weekly dealership payroll processing, administering employee benefits, and assisting department managers with onboarding and recruiting.
The ideal candidate is a discreet professional with a background in payroll software systems, accounting, and HR administration. You will serve as a primary contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, pay structure calculations, and company policies. If you bring strong numerical accuracy, high ethical standards, and excellent organizational skills, we want to hear from you.
Job Type
Full-time
Schedule
Monday through Friday
Weekends Off
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
Work Requirements
Experience: Previous experience processing payroll and handling general HR administrative duties is required; bookkeeping is a plus.
Tech Literacy: Proficiency with computerized payroll platforms and Microsoft Excel.
Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to handle highly sensitive personal, payroll, and financial information with complete discretion.
Ability to commute to Russellville, AR.
Responsibilities
Payroll Processing: Collect, review, and process timesheets, commission sheets, technician flag hours, and salary adjustments for dealership personnel accurately and timely.
HR Recordkeeping: Maintain confidential employee files, track attendance, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations.
Onboarding and Recruitment: Coordinate job postings, assist department heads with applicant tracking, conduct new-hire orientation, and process background checks and employment verifications.
Benefits Administration: Guide employees through benefit enrollments, handle insurance reconciliations, and serve as the liaison between employees and third-party benefit providers.
Audit and Reporting: Reconcile monthly payroll registers, prepare payroll tax reports alongside the Business Manager, and perform regular personnel audits.
Employee Communication: Answer employee questions regarding paystubs, paid time off (PTO) balances, company policies, and workplace benefits in a warm, professional manner.
Qualifications
High attention to detail with exceptional mathematical and analytical skills.
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources is preferred.
Familiarity with flat-rate labor calculations, sales commission draw structures, and dealership pay plans is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service orientation toward team members.
Dependable, self-motivated, and organized mindset.
Why Join the Cogswell Motors Team?
75 Years of Stability: Build your career with an established automotive leader in the River Valley.
Family Values: Work in a supportive, respect-driven environment where management treats you like family.
Consistent Schedule: Enjoy dependable, structured weekday business hours with your weekends free.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation
Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Cogswell Motors, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local law.