Corporate Payroll Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Payroll Manager – Krause Auto Group

Department

Finance / Accounting

Reports To

Chief Financial Officer

Location:

Alpharetta, GA

The Krause Auto Group has been proudly serving customers for over 30 years , and our longevity is built on a simple philosophy: take care of our customers by taking care of our people . Our employees are never just a number—we value, support, and invest in every individual, regardless of position. We are passionate about helping our team members grow, promoting from within, and celebrating individual success stories along the way. With a diverse portfolio of 16 world-class brands —including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Lincoln, Hyundai, Nissan, Kia, Volvo, Honda, Genesis, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Koenigsegg, McLaren, and Lotus—across five states (Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas, and Florida), Krause Auto Group offers exceptional opportunities for long-term career growth within a dynamic and people-focused organization.

Join Our Team

At Krause Auto Group , our people drive our success. As a growing, multi-state automotive organization, we offer a supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and development. We value integrity, accountability, and performance, and we are committed to providing our employees with the tools and support they need to succeed.

If you are looking for a career with a company that values people and long-term success, join our team at Krause Auto Group .

Position Summary

The Corporate Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all payroll operations for a multi-state automobile dealership group. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple entities, pay plans, and jurisdictions, while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local labor and tax regulations. The position partners closely with HR, Accounting, and dealership leadership to support employees, improve payroll processes, and mitigate risk.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multiple dealership locations across several states.
• Manage complex automotive pay plans, including commissions, spiffs, bonuses, draws, flat-rate technicians, and hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure accurate processing of new hires, terminations, promotions, and pay changes.
• Review and approve payroll before submission, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, including wage and hour laws, overtime, minimum wage, and paid leave requirements.
• Monitor multi-state tax regulations, garnishments, child support orders, and other withholdings.
• Coordinate payroll tax filings, W-2s, and year-end reporting.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll and labor compliance.

Systems & Process Management

• Administer payroll systems and timekeeping platforms, with a strong preference for Netchex and CDK (or comparable systems such as ADP, Paaycom, Paylocity, UKG, or Reynolds & Reynolds).
• Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and process improvement.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and system issues in a timely manner.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, train, and mentor payroll staff (if applicable)
• Serve as the primary payroll contact for dealership management and corporate leadership.
• Partner with HR on benefits deductions, leave administration, and employee inquiries.
• Collaborate with Accounting on payroll reconciliation, accruals, and general ledger posting.

Employee Support

• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and confidentially.
• Ensure accurate and timely distribution of pay statements and tax documents.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of payroll management experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Prior experience in the automotive dealership industry strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with complex commission-based compensation structures.
• Proficiency in payroll and HRIS systems.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional).
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification).

Work Environment & Expectations

• Onsite office environment.
• Periodic travel to dealership locations may be required.
• Must meet strict payroll deadlines and manage peak workloads during payroll cycles and year-end.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid PTO, vacation, and sick days available.
• Professional development opportunities with the potential to grow within.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Join a team with a winning culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Krause Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment from any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.