Payroll & Tax Specialist

Western Veterinary Partners•Denver, CO

7d•$31 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Tax & Payroll Specialist is responsible for the setup, maintenance, and compliance of payroll tax accounts for newly established legal entities across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. This position serves as the primary liaison between the company and its third-party payroll tax vendor (ADP), managing tax notices, resolving tax-related issues, researching regulatory requirements, and ensuring accurate payroll tax reporting and filing. In addition to payroll tax responsibilities, this role supports the processing of biweekly payroll for more than 70 legal entities and approximately 7,000 employees. The Payroll Tax & Payroll Specialist works closely with payroll team members, HR, and operational leaders to ensure accurate and timely payroll administration while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and company policies. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Alignment, Growth, Support, and Relationships.

Requirements

3+ years of payroll experience, including payroll tax administration.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
Experience working with third-party payroll tax vendors.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

CPP or FPC certification preferred.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain federal, state, and local payroll tax accounts for new legal entities.
Serve as the primary contact for payroll tax notices, audits, and agency correspondence.
Partner with the third-party payroll tax vendor to research and resolve tax issues.
Monitor payroll tax compliance and support tax account maintenance activities.
Assist with the accurate and timely processing of biweekly payroll for 70+ entities and 7,000+ employees.
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll-related questions and discrepancies.
Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and procedures.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional payroll service and support.