Dealership Payroll Manager

Make your expertise count with Schumacher Auto Group
, a family of dealerships proudly serving North Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, and Delray Beach, Florida for over 50 years. Known as a brand icon in the region, we offer a wide selection of vehicles from top brands including Volvo, INFINITI, Lincoln, Subaru, Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Buick GMC, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, and Polestar, supported by twelve certified service centers, parts centers, and collision repair facilities.

We combine dedicated, customer-centered service with innovative operations across multiple locations. The Payroll Manager will be based in our West Palm Beach campus/dealership office and will oversee high-volume payroll for 750+ employees across the organization.

• Process bi-weekly and supplemental payroll for approximately 750+ employees.
• Manage payroll across multiple dealership locations, cost centers, and legal entities.
• Review, audit, and correct timekeeping entries for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance.
• Maintain payroll and timekeeping systems (Paylocity) and audit CDK payroll data for alignment.
• Process dealership pay plans including commissions, flat rate, spiffs, bonuses, retro adjustments, PTO accruals, reimbursements, and benefits deductions.
• Prepare and maintain payroll tax filings and reports including 941, SUI, W-2s, and ACA forms (1094/1095).
• Own payroll compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness across all dealership locations.
• Support annual Workers’ Compensation reporting and payroll-related audits.
• Assist with annual open enrollment and process payroll-related employee benefit changes accordingly.
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and perform payroll-related benefits audits.
• Research and resolve payroll inquiries related to pay, taxes, deductions, and garnishments.
• Train supervisors on proper use of timekeeping systems and provide ongoing support.
• Partner with HR, Accounting, and IT on payroll systems, interfaces, and special projects.
• Perform accounting and finance-related duties during non-payroll weeks as assigned.

• 5+ years of payroll experience in an automotive dealership environment (required).
• 5+ years processing high-volume payroll (500+ employees).
• Proven experience processing complex dealership compensation structures.
• Proficiency with CDK required.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations and compliance.
• Advanced computer proficiency (Microsoft Office suite).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Hands-on Paylocity payroll and timekeeping experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Candidates must be willing to relocate to Florida if not local.

• Brand Icon — Long-standing, stable dealership group with 50+ years in Palm Beach County.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(k) with match, PTO, holidays, LTD, STD, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A culture of internal promotion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Schumacher Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment testing, background check, drug screening, and MVR.

This role is on-site in Florida and is not eligible for remote work. Compensation will be discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process.