Benefits Specialist

Aston Carter; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / Time off

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to support HR benefits administration and compliance, acting as a resource for employees and stakeholders. The role focuses on administering medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life, and retirement benefits, with emphasis on accuracy and employee service.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and customer-focused, with at least 1 year of benefits experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience supporting employee benefits administration.
• Basic knowledge of employee benefits and HR practices.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, life insurance, and 401(k).
• Review and verify insurance premium calculations and benefit administration statements.
• Process vendor invoices and maintain benefit-related accounting and reporting spreadsheets.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and escalate complex issues.
• Support LOA administration, including coordination of benefit premium payments during leave periods.
• Administer COBRA processes and eligibility calculations.
• Coordinate medical and life insurance eligibility, enrollments and ongoing administration.
• Complete benefit forms and QMCSOs accurately and timely.
• Review FSA and COBRA error reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Support Adoption Assistance Program administration.
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes and enhance the employee experience.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRIS

Payroll systems

Benefits platforms

AI tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will support the administration, compliance, and communication of employee benefits programs while serving as a trusted resource for employees and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and passionate about delivering excellent employee service.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support employee benefit programs, including:
  
  
  
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  
  
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  
  
  • Life insurance and voluntary benefits
  
  
  • 401(k) and retirement programs
  
  
  
  


• Review and verify insurance premium calculations and benefit administration statements.


• Process vendor invoices and maintain benefit-related accounting and reporting spreadsheets.


• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and escalate complex issues to the appropriate subject matter experts.


• Support leave of absence (LOA) administration, including coordination of benefit premium payments during leave periods.


• Administer COBRA processes, including eligibility calculations and communications related to layoffs, military leave, and employee death events.


• Coordinate medical and life insurance eligibility, enrollments, and ongoing administration.


• Complete benefit forms, questionnaires, and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.


• Administer Qualified Medical Child Support Orders (QMCSOs) and process related benefit enrollments.


• Review FSA and COBRA error reports and resolve discrepancies.


• Support administration of the Adoption Assistance Program.


• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes and enhance the employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Minimum of 1 year of experience supporting employee benefits administration.


• Basic knowledge of employee benefits and HR practices.


• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering employee leaves of absence (LOA).


• Previous benefits administration experience within a corporate environment.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reporting and spreadsheet management.


• Experience with HRIS, payroll systems, and benefits administration platforms.


• Exposure to AI tools and technologies that improve efficiency and streamline processes.


• Ability to identify process improvements and recommend practical solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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® Platinum Award 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, gend