Payroll Specialist I, TN, AZ

Who We Are: Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a leading commercial truck dealership providing sales, parts, service, leasing, rentals, and financial solutions across North America. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer and employee experiences while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented culture.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist I to support accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple states. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with employees, HR, and business leaders.

What’s in it for You: VVG is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally. VVG offers fantastic Culture as well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!

What You'll Do • Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll, including California payroll • Review timesheets, payroll inputs, and supporting documentation for accuracy • Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and resolve payroll discrepancies • Process employee payroll changes including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and deductions • Maintain payroll records, employee data, taxes, garnishments, and direct deposits • Serve as a primary contact for employee payroll inquiries and issue resolution • Partner with HR to ensure accurate employee information and payroll compliance • Support payroll reporting, audits, and process improvement initiatives • Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and compensation data

What We're Looking For • 2+ years of payroll processing experience • Experience with California and multi-state payroll • Knowledge of payroll compliance, taxes, deductions, and wage & hour regulations • Proficiency with payroll systems such as Dayforce, UKG Pro, Workday, or similar HRIS platforms • Strong Excel skills and attention to detail • Excellent organizational, analytical, and customer service skills • Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Why Join VVG? • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits • 401(k) with company match • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage • Collaborative, people-focused culture • Career growth and development opportunities • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization

If you're passionate about payroll accuracy, compliance, and delivering an exceptional employee experience, we'd love to hear from you.