Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Precise, Compliant, On-Site

1st MidAmerica Credit Union; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

1st MidAmerica Credit Union is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our East Alton, IL team. This full-time, on-site role focuses on accurate payroll processing, record maintenance, time-keeping verification, and timely wage disbursement.

The specialist will manage payroll taxes and garnishments, coordinate with payroll services, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Experience managing payroll taxes and garnishments.
• Familiarity with HRIS or payroll software; strong numerical accuracy.
• Knowledge of employment law and benefits administration preferred.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for employees accurately and timely; maintain payroll records.
• Verify time and attendance data; manage disbursement of wages.
• Administer employee benefits and support onboarding for payroll/benefits.
• Respond to employee questions and maintain up-to-date documentation.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to support reporting, audits, and process improvements.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Administration

Payroll Taxes

Garnishments

HRIS

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business/HR/Accounting

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS system

Job description

1st MidAmerica Credit Union is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our East Alton, IL team. This full-time, on-site role focuses on accurate payroll processing, record maintenance, time-keeping verification, and timely wage disbursement.

The specialist will manage payroll taxes and garnishments, coordinate with payroll services, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.