Payroll Administrator
Lakeland Automall • Lakeland, Florida • Full Time • $22–$27 / hour
Posted on Tue, Sep 22, 2026
- Manage the preparation, calculation, and processing of weekly payroll for a large and continually growing workforce (350+) that includes hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees.
- Ensure all employees are paid accurately and on schedule; investigate and resolve discrepancies when they arise.
- Partner with department managers to verify the accuracy of departmental payroll data and resolve issues prior to processing.
- Work closely with the HR Manager to process new hires, maintain employee records, and manage terminations.
- Enter, track, and maintain all garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other special payroll deductions.
- Conduct monthly audits of insurance invoices to ensure proper employee deductions.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and protect payroll operations and employee information.
- Keep payroll systems and employee records updated with current information, including pay rates, tax status, benefits, and contact details.
- Track and maintain employee leave balances.
- Stay informed on changes to local, state, and federal payroll laws and regulations.
- Pursue ongoing professional development to stay current with payroll best practices and system enhancements.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; minimum 2 years of full‑cycle payroll experience.
- Familiarity with Paycor or automotive dealership payroll systems is a strong plus.
- Solid understanding of federal and state payroll laws and regulations.
- High level of confidentiality, maturity, and discretion.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong communication, organizational skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Dependable, able to set priorities, and capable of working independently.
- HR experience and certification is a plus.
- Competitive hourly wage of $22–$27, commensurate with experience.
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Health insurance benefits plus company‑paid life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, service, and parts.
Lakeland Automall and our brands, Ford, Hyundai, and Genesis, have been part of the Lakeland Community for 70 years and through the years a commitment to the growth of our community has been at the forefront of our business. Lakeland Ford is the proud recipient of the Ford Motor Company President’s Award for excellence in sales and service for the past nine consecutive years. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, veteran or disability status, religion, age, gender orientation or other protected status.
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