Posted: Feb 16, 2026

Benefits Specialist

ebs Recruiters - Chesterfield, MO
Application Deadline: N/A

Benefits Specialist

Position Overview: The Benefits Specialist is a key member of the People & Culture team, responsible for administering and supporting all employee benefits and retirement programs. This role manages day-to-day benefits operations, ensures data accuracy and compliance, and serves as a primary resource for employee benefit inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

 

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer daily operations of employee benefit programs, including enrollments, life event changes, and terminations
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to coverage, claims, and vendor matters
  • Support the annual open enrollment process, including preparation of materials and employee information sessions
  • Maintain, reconcile, and audit benefits data within HRIS/payroll systems and vendor invoices
  • Assist with administration of leave programs, including FMLA, short- and long-term disability, and applicable state leave programs
  • Support workers’ compensation processes, including injury reporting and OSHA compliance
  • Act as liaison between the organization and insurance brokers or carriers to resolve benefits-related issues
  • Assist with annual audits, including workers’ compensation and retirement plan audits
  • Perform monthly reconciliation of benefit invoices

 

Qualifications
  • 2+ years of benefits administration experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Team-oriented with the ability to work collaboratively
  • Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Paycor or similar platforms) preferred