What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll GL Specialist position at Asbury?
About Asbury
Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies such as Clicklane and through our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture which is grounded in our North Star and Compass and powered by our DRIVE values, focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World report.
The Payroll General Ledger Compliance Specialist will be responsible for all GL postings and account reconciliations within the Payroll Department. This includes the monthly bank reconciliation, payroll intercompany cash reconciliations, payroll GL account reconciliations and routine audit validation.
Asbury is relocating its corporate headquarters to Sandy Springs, GA in Fall of 2025. Upon completion of our headquarters’ relocation, this role will be based in our Sandy Springs, GA office.
Duties/Responsibilities
Asbury Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category as defined by applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and affirm our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies such as Clicklane and through our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture which is grounded in our North Star and Compass and powered by our DRIVE values, focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World report.
The Payroll General Ledger Compliance Specialist will be responsible for all GL postings and account reconciliations within the Payroll Department. This includes the monthly bank reconciliation, payroll intercompany cash reconciliations, payroll GL account reconciliations and routine audit validation.
Asbury is relocating its corporate headquarters to Sandy Springs, GA in Fall of 2025. Upon completion of our headquarters’ relocation, this role will be based in our Sandy Springs, GA office.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Maintains a solid understanding of general ledger rules and payroll accounting
- Processes and post weekly payroll General Legers for all 140 dealerships
- Posts HSA, FSA, 401k, taxes and garnishment expenses
- Completes weekly payroll schedule and balance sheet reconciliation
- Completes weekly Cash Reconciliation
- Validates weekly commission
- Completes Weekly Audit and Compliance
- Prepares and posts Month End accruals
- Conducts wage comparison reconciliation
- Facilitates outstanding check processes
- Reviews and processes payroll GL’s for each Platform including the corporate office
- Performs monthly reconciliations
- Performs monthly reporting to Corporate Finance Department
- Follows payroll accounting standards
- Reconciles and posts all ACH and wire transfers from payment services
- Works with the Controllers with any GL issues, changes or concerns
- Practices continuous improvement
- Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization
- Minimum of one year in an Accounting role required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- A solid understanding of general ledger rules and payroll accounting
- Acute attention to detail, process and organization
- Intermediate Excel and MS Office skills
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Weekly pay
- Paid holidays & paid time off
- Deferred Holiday Pay Match
- Paid training
- Stock Awards(select management and front-line team member’s eligible
- Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
- Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health savings
- Flex spending accounts (tax free)
- Short-term and Long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
- 401k with company match
- Digital career path tool to assist with career development
- Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System
- Student loan relief resources
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
- Scholarship awards
- Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours
- Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunities
Asbury Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category as defined by applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and affirm our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
