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Job Title: Benefits SpecialistJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Benefits Specialist to manage the new hire onboarding process for benefits and provide comprehensive support to our team members. The ideal candidate will actively participate in team member orientation sessions, maintain HRIS records, and ensure accurate payroll deductions for benefits. This role is crucial in keeping team member records up to date and serving as the primary contact for benefits-related inquiries.

Responsibilities

+ Participate in New Team Member Orientation to provide benefit information.

+ Maintain Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and ensure benefits changes are entered appropriately for payroll deduction.

+ Update team member records by processing benefits changes promptly.

+ Act as the primary contact for team members' benefits questions.

+ Liaise with benefits brokers and team members.

+ Resolve administrative problems with carrier representatives.

+ Communicate benefits information to current and terminating team members.

+ Assist with payment and reconciliation of invoices for the department.

+ Support PX leadership in obtaining reports and information for the renewal process of health, life, and retirement plans.

+ Coordinate and schedule open enrollment meetings.

+ Update benefits information on the intranet and in the HRIS as needed.

+ Ensure compliance with COBRA guidelines by processing notifications and paperwork.

+ Submit PX procedures for review/approval for all benefits processes.

+ Maintain filing and maintenance of personnel benefit-related records.

+ Ensure distribution of required employee notices.

+ Work with brokers on all required benefits filings, notifications, and reporting.

Essential Skills

+ Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

+ Intermediate knowledge of various payroll systems.

+ Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

+ Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.

+ Self-motivated with the initiative to solve process issues and improve operational efficiencies.

+ Experience in benefit verification and insurance.

+ Experience in employee benefits and Paycom (HRIS).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High level of verbal and writing skills.

+ Ability to understand and promote a culture of equality and diversity.

+ Ability to support organizational change and positive culture efforts.

+ Ability to analyze complex situations and work collaboratively to implement strategic solutions.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

+ Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

+ Junior college/two-year college training or HS Diploma required.

+ 2 to 5 years of related experience.

Work Environment

This position will be hybrid, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work. The role requires long hours of computer use while sitting at a desk. The work environment supports a culture of equality and diversity, emphasizing positive organizational change.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.