Payroll Clerk
Hawk Auto Group • Westmont, IL • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Aug 26, 2026
POSITION TITLE: PAYROLL CLERK Full Time)
DEPARTMENT: HUMAN RESOURCES/PAYROLL
REPORTS TO: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER/PAYROLL DEPT MANGER
FLSA STATUS: HOURLY
Hawk Auto, is part of one of Chicago's dynamic and rapidly growing automotive groups, with multiple dealership locations across Illinois. As a trusted name in the industry, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations. We are looking for a Payroll Clerk, on site for our Westmont corporate office.
Essential Duties:
· Accurate Payroll Processing: You’ll take charge of processing employee payroll on scheduled dates, ensuring timely and correct payments.
· Monitor Time Reporting: Proactively monitor our electronic time reporting system to prevent errors and work with managers to address any issues.
· Resolve Payroll Inquiries: Be the go-to person for employees, answering their payroll related questions and resolving any concerns with professionalism and accuracy.
· Bonus & Commission Payouts: You’ll manage bonus and commission payouts, ensuring everything is handled promptly and correctly.
· Generate Payroll Reports: Prepare and maintain important payroll reports for internal use and compliance.
· Employee Benefits and Union Payments: Process invoices related to employee benefits and union employee fund payments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· High school diploma/GED required.
· Payroll processing experience
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, payroll, ADP Workforce Now a plus.
· Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Good time management and organizational skills.
· Able to prioritize and multitask effectively.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $51,000–$75,000 per year (median ~$61,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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