Benefits Specialist (21253)

Cantex; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health plan options

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Compassionate care culture

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Talantir in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Benefits Specialist to manage day-to-day health and welfare benefits within HR, including eligibility, elections, life-event processing, and payroll deductions. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and data integrity.

This position supports open enrollment, invoicing reconciliation, and ongoing process improvements within the benefits function, collaborating with employees, HR partners, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of benefits administration experience.
• Experience reconciling benefit invoices and discrepancies.
• Working knowledge of ACA, HIPAA, ERISA, COBRA, IRS regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms and MS Office; able to handle confidential data.

Responsibilities

• Communicate benefits eligibility and ACA notifications timely.
• Administer benefit plans including enrollment and life-event changes.
• Reconcile invoices, reports, and vendor communications; ensure timely payments.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate premium deductions.
• Prepare benefits data analytics and cost analyses.
• Support compliance with HIPAA, DOL, ERISA, IRS, and ACA.
• Serve as liaison between employees and health plan providers.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion

Project management

4+ years benefits experience

Time management

Education

4+ years benefits experience

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office

Benefits software

Job description

Location

2537 Golden Bear Dr, Carrollton, TX 75006

What We Offer You

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full‑time positions
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A company culture committed to compassionate care
• Complimentary uniforms and many more perks and benefits

Job Summary

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the day‑to‑day administration of health and welfare benefits within the Human Resources department, including eligibility management, employee elections, life‑event processing, online enrollment oversight, and payroll deduction accuracy. This role ensures timely reconciliation and processing of benefit plan invoices, maintains compliance with federal and state regulations, and serves as a primary resource for employees, HR partners, and vendors regarding benefit‑related inquiries. The Benefits Specialist also supports data integrity, reporting, and continuous process improvement within the benefits function. This position may also be referred to as an employee benefits specialist or benefits administration professional.

Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of experience in employee benefits administration Demonstrated experience reconciling benefit plan invoices and resolving discrepancies Working knowledge of ACA, HIPAA, DOL, ERISA, COBRA, IRS regulations, and related compliance requirements Strong customer service skills with the ability to build productive relationships with employees at all levels and external vendors Working knowledge of FMLA and disability plans Proficiency in HRIS platforms (Paycom preferred), benefits administration software, and Microsoft Office Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time‑management skills Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesExperience partnering with Human Resources teams to support employee benefit needs is preferred

Essential Functions

Ensure timely and accurate communication of benefits eligibility and required ACA notificationsAdminister benefit plans including new‑hire enrollment, life‑event changes, and employment‑status updates affecting eligibilityAssist with annual open enrollment, including reconciliation of employee elections and troubleshooting enrollment issuesReconcile and process benefit plan invoices, reports, and vendor communications; coordinate timely and accurate payment for all benefit programsPartner with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely setup of all premium deductionsPrepare benefits data analytics, including usage trends, cost analysis, and ROI reportingProcess employer responses for disability and life insurance claimsAdminister FMLA, including tracking, communication, and collection of insurance premiums during leaveEnsure ongoing compliance with federal and state laws and company policies related to HIPAA, DOL, ERISA, IRS, and ACAEvaluate and enhance internal processes to improve efficiency and reduce costsProvide technical support to end users and troubleshoot system issues related to benefitsManage interface files to and from vendors to ensure accuracy of employee benefit records; research and correct discrepancy filesBuild productive relationships with employees, HR partners, and external vendorsCompile and submit annual EEOC reporting requirementsPrepare special reports, records, and documentation as neededServe as liaison between employees and health plan providers to resolve benefit‑related questions or concerns

Continuing Education

Attend continuing education programs as necessary to maintain current knowledge of benefit regulations and best practices.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.

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