Benefits & Payroll Specialist

Benefits & Payroll Specialist

Human Resources Opportunity in Financial Services

Location(s):

Atlanta: 2300 Windy Ridge Pkwy SE, Suite 750, Atlanta, GA 30339

La Vista: 12325 Port Grace Blvd, La Vista, NE 68128

Oakdale: 7755 3rd St. N, Oakdale, MN 55128

Scottsdale: 18700 N Hayden Rd, Suite 255, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

St. Petersburg: 877 Executive Center Dr. W, Suite 300, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Osaic is not considering remote candidates at this time. Osaic has returned to the office on a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 4 days weekly in the office. Applicants should be located at one of our hubs listed above and must be willing to work this schedule.

Role Type: Full-time, Exempt

Salary: $57,000 - $93,000 per year + annual performance-based bonus

Actual compensation offered will be determined individually, based on several job-related factors, including location, skills, licensure, experience, and education.

Our competitive compensation is just one component of Osaic's total compensation package. Additional benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, 401k, paid time away, volunteer days and much more.

Summary: The Benefits & Payroll Specialist provides entry-level support to the Benefits and Payroll teams by assisting with day-to-day administration, data entry, employee inquiries, and audit processes. This role helps ensure accurate payroll processing, timely benefits updates, and a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working with confidential information.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma (or equivalent) in combination with significant practical experience will be considered in lieu of degree. Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities:

Benefits Administration Support

• Enter and update employee benefit elections (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life, disability) in HRIS and vendor systems.
• Support dependent verification and follow-up documentation requests.
• Monitor enrollment deadlines and provide first-level support on eligibility, plan designs, and coverage questions.
• Assist with monthly carrier invoice reconciliation and report discrepancies.

Payroll Processing Support

• Assist with entering and auditing payroll data, including new hires, terminations, compensation updates, and leave adjustments.
• Help validate biweekly payroll reports for accuracy (deductions, taxes, hours, and cost center changes).
• Review and confirm proper setup of benefit-related payroll deductions.
• Partner with Payroll and HRIS to troubleshoot mismatches between benefits, payroll, and vendor files.

Data Integrity & Reconciliation

• Support routine audits between HRIS, payroll, and benefit carriers for accuracy (e.g., health plans, 401(k), HSA).
• Help reconcile contribution and deduction files, such as 401(k) deferrals or HSA contributions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely updates.

Employee Support

• Provide friendly, professional support to employees who have basic benefits or payroll questions.
• Escalate complex issues to senior team members.
• Assist with open enrollment activities, including reviewing election files, responding to inquiries, and supporting webinars or communications.

Compliance & Reporting

• Assist with data preparation for ACA, COBRA, 401(k) audits, and other compliance requirements.
• Generate basic reports for HR, Finance, and leadership as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow data privacy protocols at all times.

Basic Requirements:

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field preferred.
• 3 years of experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or administrative support preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.