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Payroll Associate

RUSNAK
Pasadena, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/25/2027

Overview

Are you ready to make the next move for your career? Do you have a passion for luxury cars? We are HIRING and we want to hear from you!

 

JOIN OUR TEAM

Rusnak Auto Group is a leader in the automotive industry with a stellar reputation in the Greater Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. Our commitment to serve our customers and win their loyalty has seen us expand to 14 locations with beautiful showrooms in Pasadena, Arcadia, Thousand Oaks, Ontario, and Anaheim Hills. With over six decades of success and experience, we strive to satisfy our customers’ exquisite taste by offering 11 extraordinary brands of the most sought after luxury cars.

 

Our Company is seeking a Payroll Associate. This is a great opportunity to take your career to the next level. In this position, you will contribute to the success of Rusnak Group by providing key assistance in compiling and maintaining accurate payroll records. Rusnak Auto Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are family owned and operated since the 1960s.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Professional development and opportunities to grow within a well-respected company
  • Competitive Pay
  • Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, vision, and life)
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package including Annual Wellness Fair and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time-Off (vacation pay, sick pay, holiday pay)
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Perks (sports games, theme parks, etc.)
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

*Compensation will be based on experience and skill level.

 

*To ensure the safety of our employees and clients, we follow current guidelines and provide face masks and hand sanitizers. We use hospital grade cleaning products and increased cleaning frequency.

Responsibilities

Maintain Accurate Payroll Records for the Automotive Group:

  •  Provides key assistance in the compilation payroll data including, but not limited to, hours worked; sales volume, bonuses, and commissions; monies to be withheld for taxes; employee contributions to insurance and retirement plans; etc., from time sheets and other records .
  • Helps to maintain master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages with final review by Supervisor.
  • Assists the Payroll Department in the computation of wages and deductions, reviews for accuracy, and posts payroll records as we as preparation, review and issues with Payroll Checks to be reviewed by the Payroll Supervisor.
  • Prepares payroll records for review in areas including, but not limited to, leave pay and non-taxable wages for final review by Payroll Supervisor.
  •  Assists the Payroll Supervisor in the preparation of periodic reports for earnings, taxes and deduction.
  •  Begins initial preparation of files for all new hire and termination paperwork.
  •  Assists the Payroll Department in the maintenance of records for vacations and sick-day eligibility.
  •  Supports Payroll Supervisor in the preparation and coordination for all employee insurance payments.
  •  Provides support for and uses the necessary skills to complete the following monthly tasks:
    • Maintenance and review of all schedules associated with Payroll.
    • Reconciliation of General Ledger Accounts affected by payroll.
    • Timely preparation and payment of benefits.

Qualifications

  • Required: Minimum of 3 years in position of Payroll Clerk or similar positions in automotive industries.
  • Required: H.S. Diploma/GED/ or Equivalent.
  • Desired: A working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; at least 3 years retail related experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (Bi-lingual in English and Spanish or other language is an asset in this position).
  • At least (18) years of age.
  • Required: Current California Driver License with satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle driving record.

Degree/Diploma

High School Diploma/GED : Desired

Licenses Required

Valid CA Driver License

Salary : $22 - $28

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