Benefits Specialist

Overview:

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, the firm adapts a century of experience to the dynamic infrastructure needs of today. H&M leverages the collective strength of its diverse disciplines to create seamless integrations between projects, clients, team members, and communities. The company has been recognized with an E. I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award.

The Benefits Specialist will be responsible for supporting employees and ensuring seamless administration of company benefit programs.

Responsibilities:

- Administer day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, retirement plans, stock purchase etc.).

- Serve as a liaison between employees and the third-party administrator to resolve benefit-related issues.

- Assist in benefits enrollment, new hire onboarding, and open enrollment processes.

- Audit and maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records in HRIS systems.

- Educate employees about their benefits, eligibility, and changes.

- Assist employees with qualifying life events and ensure proper documentation and timely updates.

- Process monthly benefit invoices and coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment and accurate record keeping.

- Audit benefit billing and payroll deductions for accuracy and reconcile discrepancies.

- Generate benefits reports and assist with annual filings such as 5500s, nondiscrimination testing and 401k Audit.

- Participate in wellness initiatives and employee engagement related to benefits.

- Coordinate and assist with state-mandated benefits reporting.

- Oversee PTO assignments, balances and accruals.

- Administer Tuition Reimbursement program.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

- Up to two years of relevant experience in benefits administration or human resources preferred; internships or academic projects welcome.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

- Willingness to learn and adapt.