Payroll Coordinator

Lakefield Veterinary Group • Kent, WA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Payroll Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll processing and provide responsive support to employees across the organization. The position is part-time, 25–30 hours per week, and hybrid, with three days per week in the Kent, Washington office. Remote work and relocation assistance are not available.

The Payroll Coordinator partners with the Payroll Team and Payroll Manager on payroll processing from timesheet review through final payment, including commissions and bonuses. The role also supports payroll documentation, employee inquiries, garnishments and medical support orders, recordkeeping, and consistent payroll practices. The coordinator is expected to develop strong proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and contribute ideas to streamline workflows, automate processes, and improve the employee experience.

The position calls for someone organized, proactive, accurate, service-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with important deadlines. The coordinator will handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion and collaborate with Payroll and People & Culture colleagues. Lakefield Veterinary Group describes its culture as guided by Respect, Learning, Do the right thing, Wow service, and Fun.

Compensation is $25–$30 per hour. Final compensation depends on experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The position may be eligible for a limited benefits package that includes dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional wellness and development benefits.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of payroll processing or related experience.
• At least 1 year of experience using ADP Workforce Now.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to research issues and identify practical solutions.
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach and willingness to learn and contribute to process improvements.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting multi-state payroll processing.
• Experience working with People & Culture (HR) teams and related employee processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Payroll Team and Payroll Manager to support payroll processing from timesheet review through final payment, including commissions and bonuses.
• Collect, review, and maintain payroll documentation to support accurate payments, appropriate withholdings, and compliance with established controls.
• Research and resolve payroll inquiries, including paycheck discrepancies, timekeeping issues, and PTO questions.
• Develop proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate processes, and improve the employee experience.
• Assist the Payroll Manager with accurate and timely processing of garnishments and medical support orders.
• Provide timely, professional, and helpful support to employees and managers across all locations.
• Collaborate with Payroll and People & Culture team members to support accurate recordkeeping and consistent payroll practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a limited benefits package that includes dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional wellness and development benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed