Benefits Specialist

Menards Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Wellness programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Menards Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to manage and support the administration of employee benefits programs.

You will serve as a key resource for employees and management, ensuring benefits are administered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations. Compensation for this position is $55,000–$75,000 per year, depending on experience, benefits administration expertise, certifications, and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• 2+ years experience in benefits administration, HR, payroll, or related area.
• Strong understanding of benefits enrollment processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement).
• Assist with enrollment, eligibility, life events, and questions.
• Manage new-hire benefits enrollment and changes.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities and training materials.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and benefits data.
• Collaborate with carriers, brokers, vendors, and payroll.
• Review invoices and assist with reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with benefits laws and regulations.
• Prepare benefits reports and documentation for HR leadership.
• Support leave and disability processes when applicable.
• Protect confidential information and respond professionally to inquiries.
• Identify improvements to benefits processes and communications.

Skills

Benefits administration

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and employee-focused Benefits Specialist to manage and support the administration of employee benefits programs. This position will serve as a key resource for employees and management, ensuring benefits are administered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Compensation for this position is $55,000–$75,000 per year, depending on experience, benefits administration expertise, certifications, and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollment, eligibility, qualifying life events, and benefit-related questions.
• Manage new-hire benefits enrollment and employee changes, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities, communications, materials, and employee education.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits records and HRIS information.
• Work closely with insurance carriers, brokers, vendors, and payroll to resolve benefits issues.
• Review benefit invoices and assist with reconciliation and discrepancy resolution.
• Monitor employee eligibility and ensure benefits changes are processed correctly.
• Support compliance with applicable benefits laws and regulations.
• Prepare benefits reports, audits, and documentation for HR leadership.
• Assist with leave, disability, and other benefit-related processes when applicable.
• Protect confidential employee and benefits information.
• Respond to employee inquiries professionally and within established service standards.
• Help identify opportunities to improve benefits processes, employee communications, and overall benefits administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, HR, payroll, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits and enrollment processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office, and/or Google Workspace.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with benefits administration platforms and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ERISA, ACA, and other applicable regulations.
• Experience coordinating open enrollment.
• Benefits-related certification such as CEBS, PHR, or SHRM certification is a plus.
• Experience working with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) or retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangements where applicable
• Professional development and training
• Employee wellness programs
• Career advancement opportunities