Join the Zia Powersports Accounting Team
Zia Powersports is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist / Accounting Clerk to join our team in Clovis, New Mexico.
This is an important accounting position responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while supporting the Controller with day-to-day dealership accounting operations. The role combines payroll processing with hands-on accounting responsibilities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, account reconciliation, and general accounting support.
We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, highly accurate, and comfortable working with confidential information. The right candidate will be able to manage recurring deadlines, work independently, and become a reliable part of a busy dealership accounting team.
What You'll Do
- Process payroll accurately and on schedule for employees across multiple departments and varying pay plans
- Review employee timecards for accuracy and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll processing
- Process payroll deductions, benefit deductions, garnishments, child support orders, and other required withholdings
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records
- Assist with payroll reporting, tax documentation, and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation
- Help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll requirements
- Process Accounts Payable invoices and prepare vendor payments
- Post customer payments and assist with Accounts Receivable
- Perform bank and account reconciliations
- Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies
- Assist with month-end closing procedures
- Post accounting transactions using our dealership management system and other accounting software
- Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation
- Assist the Controller with financial reporting, audits, reconciliations, and special accounting projects
- Provide additional support to the accounting department as needed
What We're Looking For
- 3–5 years of payroll and/or accounting experience preferred
- Hands-on experience processing payroll
- Experience working with multiple departments, compensation structures, or varying pay plans is strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, garnishments, and payroll compliance
- Experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and reconciliations
- Dealership accounting or automotive/powersports industry experience is a plus
- Experience with dealership management systems (DMS) is preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while also supporting a team
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling payroll and other confidential information
- Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic is an absolute must
- Positive, flexible attitude and willingness to assist where needed
Why Join Zia Powersports?
Payroll and accounting are critical to keeping our dealership running smoothly. In this position, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of important recurring responsibilities while working directly with experienced dealership accounting leadership.
If you are an experienced payroll or accounting professional who values accuracy, organization, dependability, and being part of a team, we'd like to hear from you.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please briefly describe your payroll experience, including approximately how many employees you processed payroll for and how frequently payroll was processed.
- What payroll, accounting, or dealership management software have you used?
- Please briefly describe your experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end accounting responsibilities.
- Are you available to work Tuesday through Saturday?
- What is your target compensation for this position? Please provide your desired hourly rate or annual salary range.
Experience:
- Payroll management: 3 years (Required)
- Accounting: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
