Benefits Associate
About The Position
At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com. Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Benefits Associate at our Salina, KS location. The Benefits Associate is responsible for supporting the administration and delivery of the company's employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, wellness initiatives, and other employee benefits. This role ensures accurate benefit enrollments, eligibility tracking, and records management while maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and company regulations.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Must possess proficiency with Word/Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively answer employee questions.
- Must possess strong spelling, grammar, basic math concepts, and attention to detail.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities to manage data and deadlines.
- Proficiency with HR management systems preferred.
- Must be bondable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with employee benefit questions
- Work with COBRA Administrator
- Process and assist with qualifying life events
- Benefit verifications and Medicare notices
- Assist with open enrollment
- Assist with the Wellness Program
- Benefit reconciliations
- Provide Benefit education to employees
- Payroll back-up
- Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
- Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
- Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Leave
- Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
