The Senior Payroll Specialist assists in preparation, processing, and review of bi-weekly payroll cycle for Company’s veterinary hospitals. This position works closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure payroll cycles are processed efficiently and oversee payroll tax accounts. The Senior Payroll Specialist provides payroll-related guidance and support to the organization and payroll team.

• Process bi‐weekly payroll and post payroll reporting
• Oversee team projects, training, and continued improvement of Payroll Specialists and Coordinators
• Reconcile payroll journal entries and verify transactions in general ledger. Analyze account balances, investigate unusual fluctuations, and resolve discrepancies accurately and on time
• Support internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding of business acquisitions
• Assist with administration of veterinarian compensation and benefits details in HRIS
• Manage team inbox, ensuring inquiries are addressed efficiently. Assist teammates with complex payroll issues
• Identify and implement process improvements for accuracy/efficiency
• Maintain knowledge of payroll legislative changes
• Partner with Payroll Vendor Tax Team on tax location setup within payroll system
• Research/document tax notices/issues alongside Payroll Manager and Payroll Vendor Tax Team
• Ensure tax notices are uploaded and resolved by Payroll Tax Team
• Maintain documentation of tax account numbers and credentials
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or Associates degree with requisite experience preferred

• Minimum 4 years of experience with multi‐entity payroll processing and extensive knowledge of standard payroll processes/procedures
• Expert Microsoft Excel skills required
• Ability to be flexible, agile and meet deadlines with little supervision
• Excellent customer service, written/verbal communication, time management, detail orientation, and organizational skills are essential
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Able to remain in stationary position 75% of the time
• Occasionally move about office to access file cabinets, supplies, and office machinery
• Communicate clearly with managers, colleagues, and hospitals at remote locations via email/phone
• Frequent keyboarding/use of computer for data entry
• Able to moves equipment/supplies weighing up to 15 pounds

Blue River PetCare is a multi-state owner and operator of high-quality veterinary hospitals, with our corporate office located in downtown Chicago. We provide an exit strategy for owners of veterinary hospitals who are looking to reduce the headaches of business and diversify their asset base while continuing to practice or who are seeking to transition their practice as they consider retirement. We believe strongly in the local franchise and work with our hospitals to strengthen their existing hospital brands and carry on the legacies which have been established.

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.

Salary Range: $70,000-$72,000 per year

Blue River PetCare team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program.

Blue River PetCare benefit offerings:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Volunteer Time-off
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with KinderCare
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts
• Hybrid and remote opportunities