Automotive Payroll Supervisor

Hireology; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Job summary

Sheehy Auto Stores seeks a detail-oriented Payroll Supervisor to join our Payroll/HR team. This role supports the Payroll Manager across multiple automotive dealerships, supervising Payroll Coordinators and ensuring timely, accurate payroll, while safeguarding confidential information.

The ideal candidate has strong payroll knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience required (multi-state a plus).
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Payroll Manager with weekly payroll processing for a multi-state automotive organization.
• Supervise, train, and support Payroll Coordinators to ensure payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor payroll tasks and workloads.
• Review Payroll Coordinator work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support in resolving payroll issues and employee inquiries.
• Respond to employee and management payroll questions promptly and professionally.
• Assist with new hire setup, employee changes, transfers, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information.
• Provide backup support for the Payroll Manager as needed.
• Perform other payroll and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Team coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Sheehy Auto Stores has been named a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace in Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Richmond!

Sheehy Auto Stores is one of the country's Top 30 Private Dealer groups representing some of the industry's best brands with over 25 locations. Sheehy Auto Stores prides itself on finding the best team members, both experienced and new to the industry, who have the desire to achieve. If this sounds like you, we want YOU to be part of our team!

Sheehy Auto Stores is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Supervisor to join our Payroll/HR team. This position works closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple automotive dealerships while supervising and supporting Payroll Coordinators in their daily responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll knowledge, leadership skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Payroll Manager with weekly payroll processing for a multi-state automotive organization.
• Supervise, train, and support Payroll Coordinators to ensure payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor payroll tasks and workloads.
• Review Payroll Coordinator work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support in resolving payroll issues and employee inquiries.
• Respond to employee and management payroll questions promptly and professionally.
• Assist with new hire setup, employee changes, transfers, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information.
• Provide backup support for the Payroll Manager as needed.
• Perform other payroll and administrative duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous payroll experience required.
• Automotive dealership payroll experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education is a plus.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures, deductions, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Experience with payroll software; ADP Workforce Now experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and support team members while ensuring accountability.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check, MVR review, and drug screening.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave (after one year of employment)

Why Sheehy?

Sheehy Auto Stores is one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the Mid-Atlantic and a Top Workplace winner for multiple consecutive years, including 2025. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where employees can grow their careers, develop their skills, and contribute to a culture of excellence.