Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Part Time

RFG Advisory•Atlanta, GA

4d•$28 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

RFG Advisory is shifting from vendor-supported execution to internal operational strength, and this role owns the full scope of payroll and benefits for a growing, multi-state organization. This role rewards precision, follow-through, and a steady hand. The first phase will center on transitioning to a new payroll provider and establishing the processes that come with it. The VP of Human Resources and HR Operations Specialist will be closely involved in designing that structure alongside you, so you're never building alone. Once the new system is in place, the role settles into a steady, routine cadence: running established processes with accuracy and consistency, cycle after cycle.

Requirements

3-6+ years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, or related operations
Demonstrated experience managing multi-state payroll and compliance requirements
Experience with ACA, Form 5500, cafeteria plan, and 401(k) compliance filings
Ownership mindset: sees work through start to finish, not transaction to transaction
Detail-driven, with a low tolerance for error in high-stakes processes
Strong follow-through on delegated work; reliable without needing to be asked twice
Comfortable with a defined transition period (new payroll provider rollout), backed by close support from HR leadership
Clear, factual communicator who translates complexity into plain language for stakeholders
Handles sensitive data with discretion and care

Nice To Haves

Experience transitioning from an outsourced ASO or PEO model to in-house operations preferred
Background in a multi-state or professional services environment preferred
Recent experience with BambooHR is required
Experience building or maintaining EDI feeds between carriers and HRIS systems
Proficiency with AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to improve productivity, documentation, and workflow efficiency

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance every cycle.
Review and validate payroll inputs including compensation changes, bonuses, deductions, and time data.
Manage payroll taxes, filings, and reconciliations; proactively resolve discrepancies before they compound.
Maintain audit-ready records and lead quarterly and year-end processes including W-2s and reporting.
Own benefits administration from the HRIS and carrier side: payroll deductions, eligibility alignment, and vendor coordination.
Own ACA filing, Form 5500, cafeteria plan reporting, and 401(k) compliance testing and reporting.
Verify benefit census and payroll deductions following open enrollment.
Manage workers' compensation filings, audits, and reconciliations.
Maintain payroll and benefits data within the HRIS, ensuring accuracy and consistency across platforms.
Build and maintain EDI feeds between carriers and the HRIS.
Generate and validate reporting that supports Finance, HR, and leadership decisions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, tax, and benefits regulations.
Monitor regulatory changes and implement process adjustments proactively.
Identify and mitigate operational risks previously absorbed by external vendors.
Partner closely with HR, Finance, and leadership on payroll accuracy, benefits execution, and reporting.
Collaborate with external vendors including carriers, brokers, and auditors as needed.
Provide operational insights that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support the firm's continued growth.