Sr. Benefits Specialist

PACCAR; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 70,500 - 105,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401(k) with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Paid disability program

Life and AD&D insurance

EAP services

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Benefits Specialist in Bellevue, WA, to assist with the administration of retirement programs and support other benefits programs. The role involves managing the U.S. 401(k) plan, preparing retirement calculations, and facilitating vendor management. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of benefits administration experience.

This position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including a fully funded pension plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of benefits administration, human resources or accounting experience.
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to maintain understanding of legal compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert and administrator for PACCAR's U.S. 401(k) plan.
• Prepare retirement plan pension estimates for employees.
• Administer life insurance program.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Benefits administration experience

Project management skills

Intermediate-level Microsoft Office skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

CEBS, CBP, PHR preferred

Job description

Requisition Summary

PACCAR provides excellent benefits to our employees and their families. Our collaborative Corporate Benefits Team works together with HR professionals across the U.S. to ensure our programs are expertly administered and that our plan participants get maximum value. Our Benefits Team works jointly on projects throughout the year and each individual has areas of focus. We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to assist with the administration of our retirement programs and provide support on our other benefits programs. The Benefits Specialist will also serve as a lead in vendor‑partner relationships and special projects.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert and administrator for PACCAR's U.S. 401(k) plan; ensure plan is operated according to plan rules.
• Prepare retirement plan pension estimates, calculations and election packets for employees transitioning to retirement.
• Administer life insurance program.
• Complete data analytics to calculate cost impact of demographic and/or program changes, support benefit plan performance evaluation and impact of new legislation change.
• Facilitate vendor management activities.
• Lead and staff special projects ranging from vendor selection to legislation implementation.
• Assist HR professionals and respond to employee questions, resolve escalated benefit issues and accurately administer plans.
• Coordinate summary plan description updates, and other plan communications as required.

Qualifications / Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• 2+ years of benefits administration, human resources or accounting experience.
• Self‑motivated and ability to work both independently and in a team‑oriented environment.
• Excellent project management skills with ability to multi‑task, as well as work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Intermediate‑level skill with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain current understanding of legal and regulatory compliance requirements relative to benefit plan compliance.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required.
• CEBS, CBP, PHR preferred.

Paccar Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Paid short‑ and long‑term disability program.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities.
• Work alongside experienced goal‑oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. The salary range for the Sr. Benefits Specialist is $70,500 - $105,800 annually. This role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.