On-Site Benefits & Compliance Specialist, Charlotte

NearU; Charlotte (NC); On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NearU is seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to join the Human Resources team at our Charlotte, NC site. You will administer and improve our employee benefits programs across multiple states, serving as the main point of contact for health, retirement, and wellness benefits.

Responsibilities include benefits administration, open enrollment, billing/auditing, compliance, and vendor liaison. The role requires 2+ years in HR benefits with strong Excel and Dayforce experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in HR benefits administration or HR operations.
• Proficiency with HRIS and benefits platforms and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables). Experience with Dayforce is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefit regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA).
• Exceptional communication, customer service, and discretion when handling sensitive data.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and issues.
• Manage daily administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Lead annual open enrollment processes and onboarding communications.
• Audit payroll deductions and coordinate with Finance/Payroll for accurate processing.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local laws and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

HRIS

Dayforce

Excel

Job description

NearU is seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to join the Human Resources team at our Charlotte, NC site. You will administer and improve our employee benefits programs across multiple states, serving as the main point of contact for health, retirement, and wellness benefits.

Responsibilities include benefits administration, open enrollment, billing/auditing, compliance, and vendor liaison. The role requires 2+ years in HR benefits with strong Excel and Dayforce experience.