Human Resources Benefits Specialist

Human Resources Benefits Specialist Ypsilanti, MI Job Details Full-time | Contract $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Affordable Care Act (ACA) Benefits administration experience (3-5 years) Benefits administration VLOOKUP function Business financial process improvement Stakeholder engagement Internal controls Financial data reconciliation Healthcare benefits management Vendor management Financial reporting Bachelor's degree in finance Regulatory compliance Bachelor's degree in business

HIPAA COBRA

management Benefits administration experience (1-2 years) ADP Process improvement Data reporting Research Mid-level Finance Invoice payment processing Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Human Resource Management Financial record maintenance Accounting Human resources Vendor relationship management Accounting and finance experience Payroll Human Resources Bachelor's degree in accounting Financial audit support Cross-functional collaboration Business 2 years Accounting Communication skills Cross-functional communication Workday Excel data analysis Stakeholder management Full Job Description An

AUTOMOTIVE OEM

is looking for an

HR BENEFITS SPECIALIST

to support the organization's human resources department. This

LONG TERM CONTRACT POSITION

(with possibility of transitioning to direct) will work with a team to process employee benefits, coordinate enrollment, and resolve related issues. Day to day (HYBRID - onsite 3 days per week): Benefits Billing & Payment Administration Receive, review, and process benefit invoices (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, COBRA, HSA/FSA, wellness, etc.) Verify billing accuracy against eligibility files, plan enrollments, and contracts Identify, research, and resolve billing discrepancies, overcharges, and missing credits Ensure timely payment of invoices to avoid service disruption or penalties Coordinate with Accounts Payable to process payments according to internal controls Data Reconciliation & Reporting Reconcile carrier invoices against payroll, HRIS, and benefits administration systems Track monthly, quarterly, and annual benefit costs and prepare reconciliation reports Support audits, internal reviews, and financial reporting related to benefit expenses Maintain billing documentation, payment histories, and audit trails Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination Serve as primary point of contact for carriers, benefit vendors, brokers, and third‑party administrators regarding billing issues Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, and Legal teams to resolve discrepancies Support vendor implementations, renewals, and plan changes related to billing setup Compliance & Process Improvement Ensure billing processes align with plan documents, contracts, and regulatory requirements (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA) Maintain confidentiality of employee health and compensation data Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, controls, and process efficiency Assist with benefit year‑end activities, rate changes, and carrier renewals

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience 2 to 5 years of experience in benefits administration, benefits billing, payroll, or finance Strong knowledge of health and welfare benefit plans and billing structures High attention to detail with strong analytical and reconciliation skills Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration systems Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis) Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally Experience with multi‑carrier or multi‑entity billing environments is a plus Familiarity with vendors such as Aon, Mercer, ADP, Workday, Alight, Fidelity, or similar platforms is a plus Understanding of accounting principles related to accruals and expense tracking is a plus Experience supporting audits or compliance reviews is a plus Knowledge of union or international benefit billing (if applicable) is a plus

MUST HAVE

Bachelor's Degree and HR Benefits Experience Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Benefits administration: 1 year (Required)

HR:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Ypsilanti, MI 48198