Total Rewards Specialist

. Administer core and ancillary benefit programs, including health and welfare plans, charitable giving programs, EPA, and other employee perks .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer core and ancillary benefit programs, including health and welfare plans, charitable giving programs, EPA, and other employee perks
Maintain employee records for pay and benefits, including enrollments, deductions, direct deposits, and pay file changes
Partner on annual benefits renewal and Open Enrollment with external vendors
Oversee Medicare eligibility administration and required employee notifications
Educate employees about benefit programs, changes, eligibility, and deadlines
Coordinate leave of absence processes and policies with vendors and internal stakeholders
Audit benefits carrier invoices against current enrollments and coordinate corrections
Administer 401(k) programs, including change files, audits, and nondiscrimination testing
Oversee and administer the Profit Sharing Plan, including annual testing and contributions
Support annual 401(k) and profit participation audits
Maintain regulatory reporting and compliance, including Form 5500, Section 125, HIPAA, SOC 1, Medicare Part D reports, and annual workers’ compensation audits
Reconcile benefit-related data with People and Finance and resolve discrepancies
Liaise with Dayforce and Puzzle HR to build vendor relationships and resolve issues
Report to the Manager, People Operations and Total Rewards

What you’ll need

3+ years’ experience in benefits administration
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience working with benefits vendors and communicating with internal and external parties
Experience with HRIS; Dayforce experience preferred
Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and PFL
Experience developing and scaling processes in a rapid-paced, high-growth environment
Strong analytical skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage priorities and multiple tasks
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential employee, benefits, and compensation information
Ability to collaborate with vendors, People, Finance, and other internal stakeholders

Comp & perks

Health and welfare plans
Charitable giving programs
Employee perks
401(k) plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Benefits and leave administration support
Flexible, entrepreneurial environment
Professional and personal growth support through investment in people and technology