Benefits & Payroll Specialist

Advisor Group•Atlanta, GA

3d•$57,000 - $93,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

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.

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.