Payroll Clerk - job 1 of 2

As a Payroll Clerk at Murgado Ford of Chicago, your primary responsibilities include accurately processing payroll for all dealership employees, maintaining payroll records, handling payroll inquiries, and collaborating with HR and accounting teams to ensure seamless operations. You will also be involved in verifying timecard accuracy and preparing reports as needed.

To qualify for the Payroll Clerk role at Murgado Ford of Chicago, you need a high school diploma or GED, with an Associate’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred. Moreover, having 1-2 years of payroll processing experience and proficiency in payroll software and Excel will set you up for success in this role.

Murgado Ford of Chicago is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As a Payroll Clerk, you will find numerous opportunities for development through training, mentorship, and a supportive work culture that helps you build the skills needed to advance in your career within the Murgado Automotive Group.

As a Payroll Clerk at Murgado Ford of Chicago, you can expect a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan with company match, paid time off, and a positive workplace that fosters work-life balance.

Key skills for a Payroll Clerk at Murgado Ford of Chicago include strong attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel), a solid understanding of state and federal payroll regulations, and strong interpersonal skills to effectively address employee inquiries.

When responding to this question, focus on specific payroll systems you have used, the size of the teams you have managed payroll for, and any challenges you’ve overcome in the process. Highlight your attention to detail and ability to comply with payroll regulations.

To answer this effectively, discuss your methods for checking and verifying data, including cross-referencing timecards against attendance records and utilizing payroll software features to minimize errors.

Demonstrate your commitment to compliance by discussing resources such as government websites, professional organizations, or continuing education courses that you utilize to stay informed on federal and state payroll laws.

Follow a structured approach: first listen carefully to the employee’s concern, ensure you understand the issue, provide them with an accurate response based on your records, and if needed, follow up with further assistance or correction.

Highlight your alignment with Murgado Ford of Chicago's values, your passion for precision in payroll management, and your eagerness to contribute to a family-oriented automotive environment. Make it personal and detail how you resonate with their culture.

Be specific about payroll software you’ve used, emphasize your proficiency level, and share anecdotes or examples of tasks you accomplished using these tools, showcasing how they benefited your previous employers.

Share a specific situation where you encountered a payroll issue, explain your thought process, the steps you took to address it, and the successful outcome - this illustrates your problem-solving skills.

Utilize the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline an experience where you effectively prioritized tasks under pressure, showcasing your organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Demonstrate your understanding of confidentiality by discussing your practices for securely managing payroll information, such as following company policies, training, and understanding relevant laws.

Discuss the importance of attention to detail, organizational skills, confidentiality, and strong interpersonal communication skills, aligning these qualities with the company’s culture and operational goals.