Payroll Specialist

Position Overview

Pet Vet Care Centers is a vibrant veterinary hospital network committed to excellence across its locations nationwide. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll timely and accurately each payroll cycle, and regularly engaging with Managers and team members to address and resolve any payroll‑related items.

• Accurately process payroll for a segment of our 10,000 team member base on a bi‑weekly basis.
• Ensure payroll calculations comply with company policies and applicable tax laws.
• Ensure proper withholding, reporting, and remittance of payroll taxes at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Maintain compliance with payroll tax regulations, including FICA, FUTA, SUTA, and other applicable laws.
• Perform routine and thorough audits and checks both pre and post payroll processing.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and payroll tax with holdings, ensuring accuracy in all records and resolving any discrepancies.
• Respond to Manager inquiries regarding all payroll related matters.
• Coordinate with the People and Accounting teams to ensure accurate team member data and compliance.
• Assist with audits, both internal and external, related to payroll and taxes.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws.
• Familiarity with payroll software/HRIS (Ceridian Dayforce highly preferred).
• Certified Payroll Professional designation preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, writing, and communication skills.
• Computer and Microsoft Excel proficiency required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• 2+ years of total experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster).
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution.
• Team Member Pet Discounts.
• Emotional wellbeing support including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship.
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources.

Pay Range $31 $ 33 USD

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V