HR & Payroll Manager

Overview

Our group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee all HR functions across our California operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive retail, a deep understanding of California employment law, and hands-on experience managing payroll, compliance, and risk within a dealership environment.

• Manage all aspects of HR operations including employee relations, payroll, benefits, and compliance.
• Administer and process dealership payroll in ADP, ensuring accuracy and adherence to California-specific payroll regulations (meal/rest breaks, overtime, final pay, etc.).
• Maintain organized and accurate HR documentation and personnel files in accordance with company policy and state/federal law.
• Advise leadership on employment law matters, policy updates, and compliance with California labor laws.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes while ensuring consistent application of policies and best practices.
• Conduct investigations, maintain documentation, and manage disciplinary and corrective action processes.
• Partner with accounting and department leaders to ensure alignment on headcount, compensation, and employee classification.
• Oversee compliance with wage and hour laws, EEO, FMLA/CFRA, and other applicable employment regulations.
• Develop and maintain HR metrics, reporting, and audit readiness to mitigate risk.

• Minimum 5+ years of HR management experience within an automotive dealership environment.
• Proficiency in ADP payroll and HRIS platforms.
• Strong knowledge of California employment law and dealership payroll practices.
• Exceptional organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Experience supporting both variable and fixed operations teams a plus.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP) strongly preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.