Payroll & Accounting Specialist - Multi-Location Excel Pro

BOWSER PONTIAC INC; Pleasant Hills (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Multiple dealership locations

Job summary

Bowser Automotive is seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounting Administrator to join our team and support payroll across multiple dealership locations while assisting with key accounting functions.

You will process weekly and semi-monthly payroll, maintain records, and collaborate with HR on new hires, deductions, and changes. You’ll also perform journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end tasks with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll and accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel and data reconciliation.
• Experience with payroll systems; Paycom a plus.
• CDK experience preferred.
• Automotive dealership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and semi-monthly payroll for multiple dealership locations accurately and on time.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure payroll information is up to date.
• Partner with Human Resources on new hires, changes, and deductions.
• Review and reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with daily accounting activities, including journal entries and general ledger support.
• Manage vehicle deal postings and ensure proper documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Research and resolve accounting questions with department managers.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and financial information.

Skills

Payroll & accounting experience

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Paycom

CDK

Accounting software

Job description

Bowser Automotive is seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounting Administrator to join our team and support payroll across multiple dealership locations while assisting with key accounting functions.

You will process weekly and semi-monthly payroll, maintain records, and collaborate with HR on new hires, deductions, and changes. You’ll also perform journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end tasks with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.