Temporary Payroll Specialist

Overview

This is a fully-remote, temporary Payroll Specialist role lasting 3 months with potential for extension. The position supports payroll functions for a fast-growing veterinary services organization with over 4,000 employees across 220 veterinary practices and 125 FEINs.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day payroll operations using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accurate and timely processing and internal controls.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Operations, and other teams to integrate payroll processes smoothly.
• Resolve complex payroll issues and discrepancies within 48 business hours.
• Stay current with U.S. payroll regulations, payroll tax laws, and compliance requirements; ensure timely payroll tax setup and filings.
• Maintain strong relationships with external payroll and tax vendors and legal counsel.
• Participate in analyzing and implementing new payroll systems and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Anticipate potential problems and develop solutions or contingencies.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in payroll operations management.
• Extensive experience with payroll systems, particularly ADP Workforce Now.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll rules and regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of U.S. employment law and payroll tax regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in or affinity for animals is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on location and experience.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical, non-medical, and retirement benefits.
• Access to financial, learning, and wellness programs designed to support career growth.

Location

• Fully remote

Equal Opportunity

The employer is a drug-free and equal opportunity organization. Discrimination based on age, color, race, religion, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin is prohibited.