Total Rewards Benefits Manager

As a member of the Total Rewards team, the Benefits Manager will support the programs and processes that help attract, motivate, and retain top talent employees. The Benefits Manager is responsible for U.S. benefits administration, data analysis, and day-to-day support of the benefits and well-being offerings to our employees.

Responsibilities

• Embrace the values of the Enpro safety pledge in all responsibilities and participate in the organization’s safety culture.
• Foster a work environment that promotes mutual respect and drives excellence.
• U.S. Program Administration: Own the daily operations of U.S. benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), wellness, and voluntary benefits. Ensure timely and accurate payment of all vendors.
• Leave Management: Administer U.S. leave programs end-to-end, including FMLA, state paid family/medical leave, parental leave, PTO, short- and long-term disability, workers’ compensation, and ADA accommodations.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure full compliance with federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, Section 125, and IRS/DOL requirements. Lead 5500 filings, non-discrimination testing, SAR distribution, and audits.
• Open Enrollment: Lead the annual U.S. open enrollment cycle, including HRIS configuration and testing, communications, employee education sessions, and post-enrollment auditing.
• Employee Experience: Serve as the trusted go-to resource for HR Business Partners, managers, and employees on benefit-related topics. Orient, train, and develop new hires, HRBPs, and managers. Create clear presentations and communication materials to help employees understand benefits confidently.
• Process & Systems: Identify and implement improvements in UKG and vendor systems to automate enrollments, EOI workflows, evidence-of-coverage tracking, and reporting. Complete HSA/FSA contribution files in conjunction with payroll processing.
• Escalated Support: Serve as a key contact for complex U.S. employee benefits issues; coordinate with local HR Business Partners, carriers, and brokers to drive resolution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Benefits Administration or a relevant field.
• BS/BA in Business, Human Resources, or equivalent experience.
• Advanced Excel, HRIS, or other system analytics and reporting skills; UKG and Bswift preferred.
• Experience working with self-funded and fully insured benefit plans.
• Strong understanding of Human Resource concepts, practices, and procedures in a corporate environment.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both in a team-oriented environment and independently.
• Ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive, and energy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to employees and senior stakeholders with empathy, clarity, and discretion.
• Desire to grow into a leadership role within the team.