Supernal · 2 days ago
Lead Specialist, Benefits
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expSupernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle. The Lead Benefits Specialist will oversee the administration and compliance of employee benefit and leave programs, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to regulations while providing exceptional support to employees.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, COBRA, and retirement plans
Manage new hire enrollments, life event changes, and terminations with accuracy and timeliness in HRIS and with carriers
Conduct regular audits and reconciliations between HRIS, carrier files, and payroll to ensure alignment and data accuracy
Review and reconcile monthly carrier invoices; research and resolve discrepancies in coordination with Finance and vendors
Manage the annual catch-up contribution process and support ongoing retirement plan maintenance, including compliance testing and audits
Serve as the primary HR liaison with the third-party administrator (TPA) overseeing leaves of absence and disability programs
Ensure accurate and timely processing of all employee leaves under FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, state programs (e.g., CA SDI/PFL), and company policies
Audit and reconcile LOA data between the TPA, HRIS, and Payroll systems to maintain compliance and correct pay or benefit continuation errors
Partner with managers and HR Business Partners to track return-to-work dates, disability accommodations, and any required extensions or updates
Provide training and guidance to HR team members and managers on LOA procedures and best practices
Maintain in-depth knowledge of DOL, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, CFRA, and other applicable regulations
Coordinate annual compliance filings, including Form 5500, ACA reporting, and nondiscrimination testing
Review plan documents, SPDs, and vendor communications for compliance and accuracy
Serve as the main point of contact during internal and external audits related to benefits or leave programs
Provide high-level support to employees and managers regarding benefit eligibility, coverage, claims, and leave questions
Partner with carriers and the LOA TPA to resolve employee issues promptly and accurately
Ensure consistent and professional communication to employees on benefits and leave programs
Maintain detailed documentation and case tracking for all employee inquiries and resolutions
Prepare and analyze benefits and LOA utilization data, identifying trends and recommending improvements
Maintain dashboards, audit logs, and metrics to track accuracy, timeliness, and vendor performance
Support Finance and leadership with cost analysis, billing allocation, and reporting needs
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and compliance
Support the Sr. Manager, Total Rewards & HR Operations, in the annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and vendor evaluation processes
Assist in the preparation of employee communications, training materials, and process documentation related to benefits and leave programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
A minimum of 8 (eight) years of progressively responsible experience in benefits and leave administration
Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now required; experience with integrated TPA file feeds strongly preferred
In-depth knowledge of employee benefits, leave programs, and compliance regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, CFRA, PDL, etc.)
Strong analytical, auditing, and reconciliation skills with proven data accuracy and process improvement results
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas) and proficiency with MS Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly
Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving
High integrity and commitment to confidentiality
Process-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance
Strong collaboration and vendor management skills
Proactive and self-directed with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Preferred
Experience supporting benefits strategy or design initiatives preferred but not required
Company
Supernal
Supernal is a U.S. -based smart mobility service provider redefining how people move, connect and live.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ben Diachun
Chief Technology Officer
Han Park
Deputy CTO and Head of R&D
Recent News
2025-11-21
Washington Technology
2025-10-29
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