Benefits Specialist - Oconomowoc/Windsor, WI

About the role

The Benefits and Compensation Specialist supports the organization's employee total rewards programs by administering benefits, assisting with compensation processes, and providing payroll support. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and a high level of customer service while partnering closely with HR, payroll, vendors, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, etc.).
• Support annual Open Enrollment activities, including employee communications, enrollment approvals, and HRIS/system updates.
• Process employee 401(k) changes and assist with retirement plan administration.
• Answer employee questions and coordinate with vendors and carriers to resolve employee issues and ensure data accuracy.
• Support annual audits and assist with month-end processing of reports, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Utilize compensation software systems and tools to assist with benchmarking activities related to job evaluations, salary adjustments, and reporting needs.
• Assist with the annual merit increase process, including preparation of materials, reports, and system updates.
• Assist with compensation projects, including pay structure updates and special analysis.
• Assist with biweekly payroll processing, including data entry, audits, and reconciliations.
• Run HRIS reports and perform system audits (ADP) as needed.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in benefits, payroll, compensation, or HR administration.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Experience with HRIS systems (ADP preferred).

Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.

Proven ability to meet daily and weekly deadlines.

Customer service minded professional with a desire to build relationships both internally and externally.

Proficiency with MS Excel, HRIS reporting tools, and other business software.

Qualifications

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.

Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Skills

Knowledge of benefits administration, payroll, compensation, and HRIS systems.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
401(K) with Profit Sharing
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Onsite 4 days a week at our Windsor, WI or Oconomowoc, WI office. This role can be remote if you are not local to Wisconsin. Approximately 10% travel is required to Midwest site locations during Open Enrollment and 401(k) enrollment periods.