Apply on Employer Site

NearU · 22 hours ago

Benefits Manager

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

NearU is a customer service platform dedicated to improving the home services industry. The Benefits Manager will lead the administration and optimization of employee benefits, wellness, and leave programs, ensuring they are competitive and compliant across multiple states.

Customer Service

Responsibilities

Manages all aspects of benefits administration and program development for health plans, retirement plans and wellness. Works with CPO to prepare program strategy recommendations for leadership team

Trusted advisor to the field HR team and managers

Conducts monthly billing and reporting process

Partners with benefit brokers and 401k consultants to ensure we comply by all laws and we offer strong programs

Prepares and coordinates the annual open enrollment process, including full involvement in the renewal process

Manages the third-party benefit provider to ensure proper file management to our vendors and appropriate support to our employees

Manages the leave of absence programs through our vendor and in partnership with our field HR leaders

Ensure compliance with all federal, state and regulatory standards & laws as well as Internal Controls and procedures governing the benefit program. Prepares, reviews and files required health and welfare regulatory documents, including but not limited to Form 5500, Summary Annual Reports, ACA reporting and other federal and state mandated filings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with ERISA, IRS, DOL and applicable regulations. Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, and regulatory changes

Provide timely support to employee inquiries or escalated issues

Review and analyze benefit reports and provide updates to business as appropriate

Manages in partnership with payroll manager the annual merit process including market assessments

Manages in partnership with the CPO companywide bonus incentives

Assist with projects and tasks as assigned

Qualification

Benefits administrationHRIS proficiencyBenefit laws knowledgeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMulti-tasking abilityMS Office proficiencyInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail