Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Description

Join Hema-Tec, Inc., a dedicated leader in healthcare, where we empower our exceptional team members to make a meaningful impact! As a Compensation and Benefits Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our compensation structures and benefits programs. Your work will support our mission to uphold organizational values and enhance team member experience.

At Hema-Tec, we believe in collaboration and innovation, striving to create extraordinary moments for our team and the communities we serve. If you’re passionate about shaping compensation and benefits strategies and contributing to a supportive environment, we invite you to embark on this journey with us. Apply today and help create a brighter future for our team members!

Shift: Full-time Monday – Friday

Location: Clawson, MI – Home Office

Reports to: Human Resource Manager

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness plans
• Company matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies
• Team member recognition programs that celebrate exceptional contributions
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A collaborative and nurturing team culture that values your ideas
  
  

Compensation And Benefits Specialist Responsibilities

• Conduct market salary benchmarking and maintain internal pay bands to support compensation review processes.
• Perform compensation analytics, including pay equity reviews and labor cost insights; create dashboards and reports for leadership.
• Administration of Hema-Tec benefit programs, including but not limited to open enrollment, HRIS set-up, and Vendor/Broker coordination.
• Review benefits enrollment trends and claims data; collaborate with the Financial Controller and external brokerage for renewal recommendations.
• Analyze total rewards cost patterns and prepare recommendations based on findings.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy for benefit reporting and cost modeling.
• Educate team members on compensation and benefits programs; assist with escalated inquiries.
• Support 401(k) audit preparation by validating eligibility and ensuring HRIS data integrity; collaborate with the Financial Controller on final audit submissions.
• Coordinate performance management cycle documentation and support engagement, succession planning, and workforce initiatives.
• Maintain HR compliance documentation and assist with policy updates.
• Conduct HR data governance audits and maintain accurate team member information in Paylocity and related systems.
• Perform workforce reporting, including turnover, hiring trends, and overtime analytics.
• Support Paylocity HRIS projects and configuration updates.
• Review payroll reports for discrepancies and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure benefit integrations function correctly and address deduction errors promptly.
• Serve as payroll backup for the HR Generalist when necessary.
• Support ACA reporting by validating eligibility thresholds and preparing correction logs.
• Analyze unemployment wage reports and track SUI rate changes; collaborate with Finance on compliance.
• Assist with Form 5500 preparation by reviewing census data and supporting accurate submissions.
• Participate in cross-functional HR initiatives, special projects, and ongoing process improvements.
• Provide administrative support within the HR department and perform other assigned duties.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits Specialist Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience, preferably in compensation, benefits, HRIS, or HR analytics.
• Experience with HRIS is required; Paylocity experience is preferred.
• Prior involvement with benefits administration, payroll support, or audit preparation is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and prepare accurate reports.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
• Problem-solving mindset to investigate data issues and recommend practical solutions