Payroll Coordinator

Lakefield Veterinary Group•Kent, WA

11h•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, service-minded Payroll Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll processing and provide responsive assistance to employees across the organization. The role partners with the Payroll Team and Payroll Manager on payroll activities from timesheet review through final payment, including commissions and bonuses. The coordinator also helps maintain payroll documentation and controls, resolves employee inquiries, supports garnishment and medical support order processing, and contributes to improvements in payroll workflows and the employee experience. This is a part-time hybrid position based in the Kent, Washington office, requiring in-person work three days per week. The position is 25–30 hours per week. Remote work and relocation assistance are not available. Compensation is $25–$30 per hour, with final compensation determined by experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The position may be eligible for a limited benefits package.

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.
A 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.