Senior Payroll Specialist-Supervisor (Hybrid) - Alliance Animal Health

Alliance Animal Health is a fast-growing private equity backed, Veterinary Service Organization that operates as a majority owner and business partner to many veterinarian practices across the US. Our goal is to make it easier for our practices at every step by providing world-class business solutions like talent acquisition, marketing, human resources, finance, and operations, so that they can focus their energy on providing incredible care for animals. In fact, our Core Values are (quite literally) written with PETS in mind: Passion, Engagement, Trust and Service. 

We want our doctor partners to choose what's best for their practice because they are the experts in medicine, while we customize the support, the co-ownership approach, and business solutions based on their goals. We pride ourselves on maintaining a culture of open communication and collaboration to deliver innovative solutions to advance today’s veterinary environment - without disrupting the medical autonomy and what makes each of our hospitals unique.  Because at the end of the day, our central support team exists to serve our practices. So, if you’re excited about using your talents to make an impact on the health and wellness of pets - we’d love to talk with you!

Note: This position will be based out of our Rye Brook, NY office 2-3 days per week. 

Senior Payroll Specialist Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day Payroll functions for a highly complex, fast growing veterinary services organization of 3500+ employees over 200 veterinary practices across 100 FEINs in ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and internal controls 
• Partner with HR, Accounting, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes
• Resolve complex payroll issues and discrepancies, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution within 48 business hours
• Stay up to date with U.S. payroll regulations, payroll tax laws, and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations and timely payroll tax setup and filings
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external payroll and tax vendors and ensure the smooth operation of all payroll systems (currently ADP Workforce Now and external legal counsel)
• Participate in the analysis and implementation of new payroll systems and processes to streamline processes and improve team efficiencies
• Ability to anticipate problems and provide solutions or develop contingencies

This is a critical technical position at AAH that requires attention to detail, knowledge of U.S. employment law, payroll systems, and an understanding of U.S. payroll and payroll tax regulations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organization time management skills to manage multiple, diverse and potentially conflicting priorities
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll rules and regulations
• Extensive experience with payroll systems, particularly ADP Workforce Now (preferred but not required)
• 4+ years of progressive experience in payroll operations management
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field

Competitive compensation dependent on experience, with annual bonus potential. We also offer a robust set of medical, non-medical and retirement benefits that we encourage our employees to take advantage of. 

We want nothing more than to fuel your career goals, which is why we’ve created exclusive programs like Alliance Educates, Alliance Propel and Alliance Cares - to bring you financial, learning and wellness opportunities designed to enrich your growth. 

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