Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Farmington Hills, MI (On-Site)

Serra Ford Farmington Hills is seeking a detail-oriented and organized professional to oversee payroll processing, benefits administration, HR compliance, and HRIS management. This role plays a key part in ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining regulatory compliance, and providing strong support to employees in a fast-paced dealership environment.

Please note this is an in office/fully onsite position.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid Time Off
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and services
• Family-owned, team-oriented culture with growth opportunities
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and monthly payroll, including overtime, bonuses, deductions, and garnishments
• Maintain payroll records, reconcile accounts, and support payroll reporting and audits
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations
• Manage employee records, HRIS updates, and employment changes (hires, terminations, leaves)
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding, including new hire orientation
• Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and 401(k) tracking
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits
• Oversee FMLA, workers’ compensation, and compliance-related processes
• Partner with third-party vendors to ensure smooth operations
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
• Strong understanding of payroll practices, taxes, and compliance
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Paylocity and/or dealership systems preferred
  
  
  

Core Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Confidentiality
  
  
  

Adaptable and proactive mindset

About The Company

Serra Ford Farmington Hills is part of Serra Automotive, one of the nation’s leading privately held automotive retail groups. Founded in 1973 with a customer‑first philosophy, Serra Automotive has grown into a network operating in 8 states with more than 60 dealerships representing 27 brands and employing over 3,600 people nationwide. The group’s commitment to quality service, integrity, and career growth makes Serra a trusted and established name in automotive retail.

serra ford farmington hills is an equal opportunity employer. employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the u.s. employment may be contingent on successful background checks and drug screenings, and applicants may be entitled to a copy of their criminal history report. compensation is competitive and based on experience; pay will be communicated at the time of offer. we comply with all workplace safety regulations, including miosha, and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. employment is at-will. this role may require prolonged standing, lifting/moving objects, and driving company or customer vehicles with a valid license and satisfactory motor vehicle record. employees are expected to act professionally, follow policies, and understand that job duties may change based on business needs.