Benefits Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, accounting, or related field, plus 2+ years of payroll and benefits experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, benefits administration, and relevant compliance requirements.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism with all levels of employees.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues, troubleshoot discrepancies, and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong computer skills, including HRIS, payroll software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods and perform data-intensive tasks; routine use of standard office equipment required.
• Regular on-site attendance and ability to work overtime as needed.
• As Wilcox is a U.S. government defense contractor, this position requires access to export-controlled technology; candidates must be legally authorized for such access.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ADP or comparable HRIS/payroll system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and timely, ensuring proper deductions, adjustments, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Oversee all payroll-related compliance activities, including federal, state, and local tax reporting, filings, and audits to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll and benefits data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Administer all health, welfare, and retirement plans, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee education.
• Assist department in negotiating benefit plan renewals with carriers by preparing data, evaluating plan performance, and supporting cost-analysis activities; partner with HR Manager to coordinate and execute all Open Enrollment tasks, including employee communication, system updates, and enrollment processing.
• Serve as the primary liaison between employees and insurance providers, resolving benefits-related inquiries and issues.
• Maintain benefit records, prepare required reports, and ensure accurate file retention in accordance with agency and defense-contractor requirements.
• Support HRIS data entry for payroll, benefits, and employee information; ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Process benefits and payroll-related documentation, including new hire setup, status changes, and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulatory reporting, and company policies.
• Assist employees in understanding payroll, deductions, benefit coverage, and eligibility.
• Support performance review tracking and general HR administrative tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support HR operations.