Payroll & Benefits Specialist — Growth & Compliance

1st MidAmerica Credit Union; Bethalto (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth

Job summary

1st MidAmerica Credit Union is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to administrate payroll, benefits, and retirement plans, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will maintain HRIS data, generate reports, and support audits across multiple credit union locations.

Responsibilities include administering medical and other benefits, preparing census data, and assisting with budgets while collaborating with a team-focused, member-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or industry certifications equivalent to a degree preferred, but not required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll & benefits administration and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HRIS database for payroll, benefits, and employee data; process payroll changes and audits.
• Administer benefit programs including medical, dental, life, LTD, 401(k) and other benefits; provide training.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Benefits administration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or certifications

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

1st MidAmerica Credit Union is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to administrate payroll, benefits, and retirement plans, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will maintain HRIS data, generate reports, and support audits across multiple credit union locations.

Responsibilities include administering medical and other benefits, preparing census data, and assisting with budgets while collaborating with a team-focused, member-oriented environment.