Jacuzzi Group · 9 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$73K/yr - $73K/yr
2+ years expJacuzzi Group's Human Resources Department is focused on fostering a talented workforce and a supportive work environment. The Benefits Specialist role involves hands-on administration and support for health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs, ensuring operational accuracy and employee satisfaction.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing prompt and compassionate support
Manage daily operations of health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, and optional plans
Manage new hire benefit enrollments, life event changes, terminations, and status updates in HRIS/benefits platforms
Support annual open enrollment execution, including system setup, testing, employee communications, and post-enrollment cleanup
Maintain benefits documentation and HRIS/benefit platforms content to improve employee self-service
Ensure employee 401(k) elections, contribution changes, and loan transactions are accurately reflected in the payroll system
Assist with employee retirement education by supporting communications, plan materials, and enrollment initiatives
Conduct monthly carrier billing reconciliations and resolve discrepancies with carriers, payroll, and vendors
Ensure enrollment accuracy across HRIS, benefits platforms, payroll, and carrier systems
Track and resolve retroactive changes, refunds, and adjustments in a timely manner
Assist with routine 401(k)-related reporting and data reconciliation as needed
Partner with carriers, brokers, TPAs, and benefits platform providers to resolve employee issues and operational errors
Resolve complex cases effectively and assist with vendor data feeds, eligibility files, and platform maintenance
Collaborate with HR Managers to manage leave of absence and disability benefits, ensuring timely collection of employee benefit premiums during unpaid or partially paid leave
Process and support benefit enrollment changes related to leaves of absence, including status changes, and return-from-leave events
Track leave and disability cases as they relate to benefits eligibility, enrollment timelines, alignment with COBRA and coverage continuity
Partner with vendors and internal teams to ensure benefits are aligned with approved leave statuses and timelines
Support the facilitation of employee wellness challenges, campaigns, and activities, partnering with vendors and internal stakeholders as needed
Oversee wellness program participation metrics, track outcomes and trends, and manage wellness communications, calendars, and resources for employees
Issue recognition awards and incentives for wellness initiatives
Participate in the Wellness Committee by providing insights and assisting with program implementation and success
Support compliance requirements related to COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, Section 125, and retirement plans
Assist with audits, reporting, and required notices and filings
Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive employee information at all times
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2-5 years of hands-on benefits administration experience (health & welfare required)
Experience supporting employee-facing benefits and wellness programs
Experience performing benefits billing reconciliation and enrollment audits
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage recurring monthly processes and deadlines
High service orientation with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with HRIS and benefits platforms and strong Excel skills
Preferred
leave administration preferred
Experience supporting multi-state and/or multi-country employee populations
Experience with PlanSource and/or UKG Ready
Benefits
401(k) with matching program
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Jacuzzi Group
Jacuzzi Group is a leading global manufacturer of hot tubs, swim spas, baths, showers, saunas, and pool equipment.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Jackson
Chief Executive Officer
Leslie Leuschner
EA to the C-Suite (CEO/CFO/CHRO)
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