Payroll & Benefits Specialist — Detail-Oriented Data Pro

Talentify; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll processing with a focus on data integrity and clerical support. You will perform data entry, reconciliation, and eligibility reviews for health, pension, and 401(k) plans, while assisting with subrogation and project work that relies on Excel.

The role emphasizes meticulous records, customer service for payroll inquiries, and adherence to established processes in a professional office setting.

Qualifications

• Accurate data entry and reconciliation
• Excel-based data analysis and reporting
• Clerical support and record-keeping
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity

Responsibilities

• Post payroll contributions for health, pension, and 401(k).
• Data entry, reconciliation, and accuracy checks.
• Review member eligibility for health plan coverage monthly.
• Support subrogation processes and document management.
• Process premium payments and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with research and Excel-driven project work.
• Perform general clerical tasks and document organization.
• Provide customer service related to payroll and benefits inquiries.
• Use computer systems to update and retrieve data.
• Maintain organized records for audits and controls.

Skills

Data entry

Excel

Attention to detail

Customer service

Typing proficiency

Office software

Research

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office suite

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll processing with a focus on data integrity and clerical support. You will perform data entry, reconciliation, and eligibility reviews for health, pension, and 401(k) plans, while assisting with subrogation and project work that relies on Excel.

The role emphasizes meticulous records, customer service for payroll inquiries, and adherence to established processes in a professional office setting.