Payroll Administrator

About the Role

Capital Automotive Group is hiring an enthusiastic, detail-focused Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for employees in Canada and California. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, systems, and accurate payroll processes. The position is based in-office and follows a Monday to Friday schedule with limited overtime.

Key Duties

• Run semi-monthly payroll for dealership and body shop teams.
• Review time punches carefully and identify missing, incorrect, or unusual entries.
• Check new hire details to ensure payroll starts correctly from the first day.
• Prepare and submit Records of Employment and monthly payroll surveys.
• Help produce month-end payroll reports for Controllers.
• Work closely with HR and leadership to maintain smooth, compliant payroll operations.
• Handle employee information with a high level of confidentiality.

What You Need

• At least 2 years of payroll experience.
• Prior exposure to dealership or multi-location payroll is an advantage, especially where commission-based payroll is involved.
• Completion of the first PCP certification course is required.
• Experience with time-tracking tools and payroll auditing.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll practices and California wage rules, or a strong willingness to learn.
• A detail-oriented mindset, curiosity, and a collaborative attitude.

Benefits and Perks

• Full-time role with a Monday to Friday schedule and minimal overtime.
• Office-based work environment.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Employee RRSP program.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
• Paid sick leave.
• Maternity leave top-up program.
• Friendly, energetic, and fast-moving team culture.

Additional Information

The company is looking for someone ready to grow in payroll and contribute to accurate, compliant operations across multiple locations. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.