Hiring: Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Hybrid in Syracuse, NY) Company: Empower Federal Credit Union Location: Syracuse, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:20:30 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, SAP, Spark, Workday About the job Experience: •Shared Value in the Community •Empower Federal Credit Union offers excellent benefits including... •Medical and Dental Insurance, 401K with Employer Match, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off and more! •Be Yourself, Belong with Empower •: The strength of Empower is in the unique backgrounds, voices, talents, & experiences of each person. With a culture of belonging, we enable teamwork, spark innovation, and fuel success. Required Skills: •Manages the administration of various team member benefits programs such as health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and related benefit offerings. •Assists with team member benefit communications and educational materials. •Assists with open enrollment preparation, team member communications, and enrollment activities. •Processes benefit enrollments, life event changes, and benefit terminations accurately and timely. •Serves as a resource for team members regarding benefit programs and escalates complex issues as appropriate. •Assists with benefit reconciliations and preparation of required documentation. •Supports implementation of system enhancements, new benefits, and benefit plan changes. •Evaluates and updates enrollment packets, new hire orientation materials, open enrollment materials, and ongoing educational resources. Qualifications: •An associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. •Equivalent job-related experience, specialized training, or recognized payroll or benefits certifications may be considered in place of formal education •Payroll or benefits credentials, such as Fundamental Payroll Certification, Certified Payroll Professional, Certified Employee Benefit Specialist coursework, or comparable training, are preferred but not required. •Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. •Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment. •Near visual acuity required for reviewing detailed payroll, benefit, and electronic records. •Occasional movement of office supplies or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. •Demonstrated capacity to participate in meetings, benefit-information sessions, and other in-person activities as needed. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Medical and Dental Insurance, 401K with Employer Match, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off and more! Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!