Sunstar Americas, Inc. · 3 weeks ago
Benefits and Compensation Manager
Schaumburg, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $157K/yr
5+ years expSunstar Americas, Inc. is a company focused on health and wellness, seeking a Benefits and Compensation Manager to oversee the administration and compliance of their compensation and benefits programs. The role involves managing employee benefit plans, conducting compensation analyses, ensuring payroll processes are followed, and providing support to employees regarding benefits inquiries.
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Responsibilities
Administers employee insurance programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits and COBRA
Administers and manages open enrollment, including communication materials, employee education, and system updates
Ensures accuracy of all benefits enrollments and qualifying life event changes in HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility and billing information
Administers employee savings and wellness programs, including 401(k), HSA, FSA, COBRA, legal services, and other voluntary benefit offerings
Facilitates accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers and plan administrators
Advises and informs employees of eligibility, coverage changes, benefit provisions, and claim resolution processes
Administers and manages all leave-of-absence programs including FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability, and personal leave
Conducts benefits surveys, demographic analysis, and census reporting to support vendor selection and renewal decisions based on quotes and available benefits
Assists with new-hire orientations
Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries
Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts. Manages the annual catch-up contribution enrollment
Conducts job analysis and maintains accurate and current job descriptions, salary grades and job codes
Manages compensation structures, salary bands, and job classification updates in the HRIS
Participates in compensation and salary surveys to evaluate internal equity and external market competitiveness
Provides recommendations for compensation adjustments, market alignment, and incentive plan improvements
Maintains awareness of labor market conditions and compensation trends
Manages monthly billing, reporting, and vendor audits for benefits providers (e.g., Empower, ARAG, Lincoln Financial, Nationwide Pet Insurance, Inspira COBRA, Equifax Unemployment)
Supports system integrations and data file transfers between HRIS (UKG), payroll systems, and third-party vendors
Partners with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment and reconciliation of benefit invoices
Monitors vendor performance and ensures compliance with service-level expectations
Ensures compliance with COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, and ACA regulations
Administers Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting, including annual issuance and distribution of 1095-C forms
Participates in the annual 401(k) audit process; reviews and submits the annual Form 5500 by working with vendor
Monitors administrators’ and insurance carriers’ reports to ensure the organization’s compliance with plan requirements
Completes records, reporting, and other documentation required by federal, state, and provider rules, regulations, and policies
Performs quality checks of benefits and compensation data within the HRIS
Partners in the development and maintenance of HRIS workflows related to benefits, compensation, life events, and new-hire onboarding
Supports implementation and optimization of ERP or related HR/payroll system integrations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related required
Five years of experience administering compensation or benefits programs required
Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and compensation principles
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply data for decision-making
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms; UKG experience strongly preferred
Thorough understanding of compliance requirements including COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, and ACA
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Preferred
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred
UKG (Ultipro) strongly preferred
Experience with Microsoft D365 a plus
Benefits
Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits.
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Employee discount on Sunstar products
401K retirement plan with employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
Competitive bonus
On-site café
On Site Fitness Center
Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
Holiday Lunches
Beautifully maintained walking trails
Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
Recognition and Rewards Programs
Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements
Company
Sunstar Americas, Inc.
As a member of the Sunstar Group, Sunstar Americas, Inc., a global organization dedicated to improving overall health through oral health worldwide, holds a prominent position in the oral care industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ken Hong
President & CEO
David J. Kueffner, MBA
Director of Information Technology - Reporting to the CFO
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