Benefits and Compensation Specialist
Gravity IT Resources, Columbus, OH, United States
Job Summary
The Benefits and Compensation Specialist is responsible for key HR processes related to benefits administration and compensation analysis. This role involves assisting employees with benefits inquiries, supporting HR activities, managing leaves of absence and FMLA, maintaining records, analyzing compensation data, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Administer various employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
Maintain employee benefits records and ensure accurate processing of benefit changes in the HRIS system for payroll deductions.
Support employees with benefit-related inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses.
Manage short-term and long-term leave of absence claims, track status updates, and communicate return-to-work dates with managers.
Provide guidance on Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) policies, track usage, and ensure compliance with required documentation.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, maintaining updated records and assisting employees as needed.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert on compensation trends, answering inquiries and generating reports.
Generate HRIS reports related to benefits and compensation using various data sources.
Deliver excellent customer service to employees and candidates by responding professionally and efficiently.
Work closely with Finance to ensure benefit deductions are accurately processed in payroll.
Assist with compliance related to federal, state, and local employment, safety, and payroll regulations.
Support HR audits by gathering and preparing necessary documentation.
Perform other related HR duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum of three years of experience in benefits administration within Human Resources.
Experience conducting compensation analyses is required.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (UKG preferred).
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to generate reports and analyze data effectively.
Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment while working independently.
High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Human Resources Services
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The Benefits and Compensation Specialist is responsible for key HR processes related to benefits administration and compensation analysis. This role involves assisting employees with benefits inquiries, supporting HR activities, managing leaves of absence and FMLA, maintaining records, analyzing compensation data, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Administer various employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
Maintain employee benefits records and ensure accurate processing of benefit changes in the HRIS system for payroll deductions.
Support employees with benefit-related inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses.
Manage short-term and long-term leave of absence claims, track status updates, and communicate return-to-work dates with managers.
Provide guidance on Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) policies, track usage, and ensure compliance with required documentation.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, maintaining updated records and assisting employees as needed.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert on compensation trends, answering inquiries and generating reports.
Generate HRIS reports related to benefits and compensation using various data sources.
Deliver excellent customer service to employees and candidates by responding professionally and efficiently.
Work closely with Finance to ensure benefit deductions are accurately processed in payroll.
Assist with compliance related to federal, state, and local employment, safety, and payroll regulations.
Support HR audits by gathering and preparing necessary documentation.
Perform other related HR duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum of three years of experience in benefits administration within Human Resources.
Experience conducting compensation analyses is required.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (UKG preferred).
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to generate reports and analyze data effectively.
Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment while working independently.
High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Human Resources Services
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