Benefits Specialist

Kodiak Interiors Group is a family of companies that provide high-quality appliances to professional builders, contractors/remodelers, and consumers. KIG is headquartered in Colorado and currently operates six companies with 35+ locations in multiple states. Since 2014, KIG’s dedicated team of appliance and interior experts has been a driving force behind KIG’s success—championing growth, inspiring innovation, and cultivating a culture of excellence.

About the role

The KIG HR team is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Benefits Specialist to support the administration of employee benefit programs, with a focus on 401(k) plan administration, benefits billing and reconciliation, and benefits integration activities related to acquisitions. This role ensures accurate benefit administration, compliance, and financial controls while delivering a positive employee experience during organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• 401(k) & Benefits Administration
  • Administer and support all aspects of the company's 401(k) retirement plan, including enrollment, eligibility, contribution changes, loan requests, distributions, and hardship withdrawals.
  • Partner with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee and employer contributions.
  • Conduct regular audits and reconciliations of participant data, contributions, and plan records.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with recordkeepers, investment advisors, auditors, and third-party administrators.
  • Support annual nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 preparation, plan audits, and compliance activities.
  • Assist with employee education initiatives and retirement planning communications.
• Benefits Billing & Reconciliation
  • Manage monthly benefits invoicing processes for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefit plans.
  • Reconcile carrier invoices against payroll deductions and enrollment records.
  • Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies with vendors, payroll, finance, and employees.
  • Develop and maintain procedures and controls to ensure billing accuracy and compliance.
  • Produce reporting and analysis related to benefits spend, enrollment trends, and vendor performance.
  • Support budget planning and benefit cost forecasting activities.
• Acquisition and Integration Support
  • Participate in due diligence activities for mergers, acquisitions, and business integrations.
  • Review benefit plans, retirement programs, employee census data, and vendor agreements during acquisition processes.
  • Identify compliance risks, transition requirements, and integration opportunities.
  • Coordinate employee benefit transitions for acquired organizations.
  • Assist with benefit harmonization projects and post-acquisition integration efforts.
  • Support data collection, employee communications, enrollment activities, and HRIS integrations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of benefits administration experience, including 401(k) administration.
• Experience managing benefits billing, reconciliation, and vendor invoicing.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience working with payroll, HRIS, and benefits administration systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

Work Environment

This is a fully remote position and can be based in any state where Kodiak Interiors Group has a physical presence (preferably CO or TX). Some travel may be required to support acquisition integration (less than 15%).

Why Join Us

Kodiak’s culture is defined by entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration, and family values—every team member is empowered to thrive and grow!