Pieper Veterinary · 17 hours ago
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Middletown,CT,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCOVE Animal Health is a growing network of veterinary hospitals committed to exceptional care and strong HR operations. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist plays a critical role in supporting payroll, benefits, and compliance operations, ensuring business continuity and a positive employee experience across the organization.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Run regular payroll cycles and expense payrolls as needed
Maintain familiarity with payroll compliance, tax filings, and multi-state requirements
Administer third-party sick pay and state-mandated FMLA payroll processes
Serve as primary backup for the Payroll Manager during absences
Perform timecard audits to ensure FLSA and wage and hour compliance
Conduct ACA audits and support accurate reporting
Support internal controls related to payroll and HRIS data integrity
Manage benefits billing reconciliation and vendor escalations
Process employee status changes, including new hires, terminations, and leaves of absence
Maintain benefits administration systems and support open enrollment activities
Ensure accuracy of employee data across HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms
Assist with payroll-related reporting for Finance and HR leadership
Partner with the HR Director on process improvement initiatives and system upgrades
Qualification
Required
Experience supporting payroll and benefits in a multi-state environment
Working knowledge of payroll compliance, wage and hour regulations, and benefits administration
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable collaborating across HR, Finance, and external vendors
Preferred
HRIS and payroll system experience
Company
Pieper Veterinary
Pieper Veterinary is a Connecticut-based network of emergency, specialty, and primary care hospitals rooted in a legacy of compassionate care and clinical leadership.
Founded in 1933
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase