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Ken Garff

Automotive Payroll Representative

Dewey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram - Ankeny, IA

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
14 Oct 2026

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Dewey Dodge, a Ken Garff Automotive company, is currently looking for a talented Payroll Representative to support our accounting team in processing all payroll functions within in the dealership(s). This talented individual will align with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork. At Ken Garff, we aim to become the most esteemed automotive group by treating people R.I.G.H.T and creating lifetime customers!

This position will office in the Centralized Accounting Office in Clive, IA.

Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Collect employee insurance premiums through payroll in a timely manner.
  • Reconcile benefit invoices monthly.
  • Enter new employees into payroll system and terminate exiting employees.
  • Maintain absence reports and employee receivables reports.
  • Issue manual/void checks as needed.
  • Complete ad hoc reports for Corporate as needed.
  • Process and reconcile payroll on a bi-monthly schedule. Ensure all payroll deductions are correct.
  • Electronic filing of taxes each payday to comply with time restrictions
  • Posting EFT transfers into accounting. Reconcile payroll bank accounts monthly.
  • Create payroll reports (monthly, quarterly, yearly, miscellaneous) and pay items as needed.
  • Occasional filing and other general administrative duties as needed

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Minimum of 1 or 2 years of payroll experience
  • High school diploma or the equivalent, with associate’s degree in accounting or 2 years of commensurate dealership accounting experience
  • Dealership accounting experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software products, particularly Excel, and the general use of a computer and calculator
  • Knowledge of accounting software and dealership software a plus
  • Strong numeracy, analytical, time management, verbal, and technology skills
  • Must have the ability to read and comprehend instructions and information

Here’s why you’ll want to work here:

  • Great culture and real career growth
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Attractive schedule (Monday-Friday)
  • Maternity and Parental program
  • Paid Time Off and 401k with Company match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
  • Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback)
  • Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!

If you are eager to make a difference, have strong attention to detail and are looking for an organization that treats you RIGHT, then we want to hear from you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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