Payroll Specialist

Overview

Human Resources Opportunity in Financial Services – Benefits & Payroll Specialist

Location(s):
Atlanta, GA;
La Vista, NE;
Oakdale, MN;
Scottsdale, AZ;
St. Petersburg, FL. 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. To view more details of what you can look forward to, visit our careers page:
Osaic Benefits.

The Benefits & Payroll Specialist is responsible for implementing, managing and administering Osaic’s employee benefit program, from retirement plans and health insurance to life insurance while resolving complex inquiries. This role also helps to 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.

Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Associated degree, high school diploma with significant job experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

• 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.
• Assist with plan audits and other compliance requirements.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of both benefits and the federal and state laws that govern them.

• High school diploma with significant job experience required, associates or bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field preferred.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in benefits with prior experience with implementation.
• Workday experience including Workday Benefits and /or payroll(plus).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical mindset. Process oriented.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.
• MS Office Suite including Excel and the ability to create and work in spreadsheets.

Osaic is an equal opportunity employer.…