Job Description
Job DescriptionPayroll Specialist
Location: Oakes Kia, North Kansas City, MO
Schedule: Full Time
Compensation: $20–$30/hour, commensurate with experience
About the Role
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll for team members across multiple Oakes Auto Group locations. This role works closely with HR, accounting, and leadership to ensure payroll compliance, resolve pay-related questions, and support a positive employee experience.
Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.
Pay & Benefits
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Competitive pay based on experience
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off + paid holidays
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Employee discounts
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Career growth across multiple stores
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Locally owned and operated
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Tuition reimbursement
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Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
What You’ll Do
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Process weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly payroll accurately for multiple departments and locations
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Ensure proper calculation of wages, commissions, bonuses, deductions, and garnishments
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Maintain payroll records and employee data with accuracy and confidentiality
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Partner with HR on new hires, terminations, pay changes, and benefit deductions
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Respond to employee payroll questions in a timely and professional manner
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
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Assist with audits, reporting, and year-end processes including W-2s
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Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiency
What We’re Looking For
A detail-oriented, dependable professional who takes pride in accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable working with deadlines while supporting a large, multi-location team.
Requirements
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Previous payroll experience required (automotive payroll experience preferred)
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Experience processing payroll for a multi-entity or multi-location organization preferred
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Valid driver’s license with a clean or acceptable driving record
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Ability to pass a standard background check
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Strong reliability and consistent attendance
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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Strong computer skills and experience with payroll systems and spreadsheets
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Knowledge of Tekion, Hireology, and Netchex preferred
About Oakes Auto Group
Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive, grounded, and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City, Olathe, and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork, personal growth, and doing right by our customers and our community.
We invest heavily in training, development, and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here, not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication, accountability, and a winning attitude, and we genuinely celebrate our employees’ successes and milestones.
Beyond the walls of our dealerships, we stay active in the community through local partnerships, volunteer opportunities, charity drives, and events that bring people together. We’re proud to represent a brand that is known for its culture, its commitment to service, and its belief that great people create great experiences.
If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make an impact, Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.