Payroll & Benefits Systems Specialist

Life-Science Innovations, LLC; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with company-m予

Job summary

Life-Science Innovations, LLC in Willmar, MN seeks a Benefits & Payroll Specialist to support daily HRIS administration, payroll processing, and benefits management. You will ensure data accuracy, handle employee changes, perform system testing, generate reports, and assist with compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 2 years in HR/administration, proficiency with HRIS systems, and experience with UKG Pro and benefits administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Human Resources or an administrative role handling confidential information.
• High school diploma or GED required; equivalent combination of education, training, and experience considered.
• Experience with HRIS systems, payroll, and/or benefits administration preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with UKG Pro, UKG Benefits Administration, Canva, and video editing preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and provide professional employee support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily HRIS administration, including employee data management, system maintenance, troubleshooting, and accurate employee and job setup.
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, qualifying life events, eligibility changes, terminations, deductions, and annual open enrollment.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy through routine audits, record validation, reporting, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Review benefit invoices, reconcile enrollment and deduction discrepancies, and coordinate corrections with vendors and internal teams.
• Support payroll operations, including employee updates, workflow approvals, payroll corrections, and processing assistance as needed.
• Assist with HRIS system testing, updates, and process improvements impacting Payroll and Benefits.
• Support regulatory compliance reporting, including ACA, Form 5500, OSHA, and required benefits notices.
• Generate and review HRIS reports, research discrepancies, and provide information to management as requested.
• Maintain HRIS procedures, support employee communications, and ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and employee privacy requirements.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

UKG Pro

UKG Benefits Administration

Canva

Video editing

Job description

Life-Science Innovations, LLC in Willmar, MN seeks a Benefits & Payroll Specialist to support daily HRIS administration, payroll processing, and benefits management. You will ensure data accuracy, handle employee changes, perform system testing, generate reports, and assist with compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 2 years in HR/administration, proficiency with HRIS systems, and experience with UKG Pro and benefits administration.