Human Resources Payroll Assistant

Webasto Americas; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Webasto Americas in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a hands-on HR/payroll administrator to support day-to-day HR operations, timekeeping, payroll, and compliance.

You will assist with onboarding, multi-state payroll, and reporting using Excel and HRIS like SAP or ADP Workforce Now. A strong emphasis on confidentiality and accurate data handling is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary HR education preferred.
• Minimum 3 years HR/payroll administrative experience.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now; SAP or HRIS/ERP experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accurate HR/payroll data management.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll taxation, W-2s and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR team, including timekeeping and payroll activities.
• Support onboarding, workforce administration, and staffing-related activities as needed.
• Assist with HR reporting and data management using Excel and HR systems (e.g., SAP).
• Respond to routine HR questions and direct employees to resources as needed.
• Assist with child support orders, court-related correspondence, and year-end payroll activities.
• Partner with HR team on special projects and process improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

HR reporting

Garnishments

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary HR education

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

SAP

Job description

Make individual mobility more enjoyable and sustainable by advancing technology and people– As one of the top 100 automotive suppliers worldwide, Webasto actively shapes the transformation of the industry through expertise and forward-thinking solutions. Our goal is to make mobility a full sensory experience, working toward more comfort, wind in your hair, the perfect temperature in any season, and driving with a clear conscience – for a safe and sustainable future. We bring joy to mobility – are you in?

You can look forward to these exciting tasks

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team, including timekeeping, payroll-related activities, garnishments, and employee record maintenance
• Support temporary employee hiring, onboarding, workforce administration, and other staffing-related activities as needed
• Assist with HR reporting and data management, including preparing and balancing reports using Microsoft Excel and HR systems such as SAP
• Provide general employee support by responding to routine HR questions and directing employees to the appropriate resources when necessary
• Assist with child support orders, court-related correspondence, employee mailings, and other required HR documentation
• Support year-end HR and payroll activities, including reporting, documentation, and employee communications
• Partner with members of the HR team on special projects, process improvements, and other assignments based on business needs

This is what you bring to us

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional vocational or post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, Payroll, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources, payroll, or related administrative experience
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred; SAP or comparable HRIS/ERP experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to prepare, review, and maintain accurate HR and payroll data
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll taxation, tax payments and deposits, year-end reporting including W-2s and W-2Cs, and applicable federal and state regulations
• Knowledge of garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll-related deductions
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and confidentiality, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.