Benefits Administration Specialist

5 days ago

Saint Cloud, Minnesota, United States Stearns Bank NA. Full time

**Job Summary:** We are seeking a highly motivated Benefits Administration Specialist to join our team at Stearns Bank NA. As a key member of our Human Resources department, you will be responsible for managing and administering our company's retirement benefit programs.

Estimated Salary:** $55,000 per year

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration and excellent communication skills. You will work closely with internal teams to develop, implement, and maintain retirement benefit programs that align with our company's goals and objectives.

About the Role:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain retirement benefit programs that align with company goals and objectives.
  • Manage and administer employee retirement plans, including ESOP, 401(k), and other retirement saving programs.
  • Work with the ESOP/401k Committee to monitor and analyze retirement plan performance, fees, and expenses.
  • Coordinate the year-end administration process for all retirement plans, including establishing timelines with Principal, gathering data, generating reports, statement preparation, annual testing, etc.
  • Prepare and submit for processing all Letter of Credit applications, monitoring annual renewals, and assisting participants with related questions.
  • Manage the annual note payment process, reviewing ITI generated reports for accuracy, confirming interest calculations, printing and mailing checks.
  • Manage and maintain administration task calendars, ensuring all tasks are completed timely.
  • Assist Trustees and Finance team with gathering documents for the annual ESOP valuation process.
  • Be an active member of the ESOP/401k Committee, taking notes and following up on any open-ended items.
  • Monitor all tasks generated by recordkeepers through online portals, acting on any action items.
  • Work through plan amendments when needed, working with legal counsel as necessary and ensuring documents are executed properly and forwarded to auditors and recordkeepers.
  • Coordinate annual ESOP recognition for both new and fully vested participants, determining recipients, working with the ESOP Advisory Committee to determine gifts, and ensuring timely distribution.
  • Perform reconciliations on all bank accounts tied to ESOP/401k accounts.

About Our Company:

Stearns Bank NA is a leading financial institution with a rich history of serving our customers and the community. We value our employees and strive to provide a positive work environment that promotes growth and development.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience with in-depth knowledge of retirement benefit plans.
  • Knowledge of HRIS and benefits administration systems.
  • Familiarity with payroll processes and systems related to retirement plan contributions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex retirement benefit concepts to employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple retirement benefit programs, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
  • Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and agency interpretations or opinions related to retirement benefits.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with integrity.
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently on special projects.

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