Description
At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com.
Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Benefits Associate at our Salina, KS location.
The Benefits Associate is responsible for supporting the administration and delivery of the company's employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, wellness initiatives, and other employee benefits. This role ensures accurate benefit enrollments, eligibility tracking, and records management while maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and company regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with employee benefit questions
- Work with COBRA Administrator
- Process and assist with qualifying life events
- Benefit verifications and Medicare notices
- Assist with open enrollment
- Assist with the Wellness Program
- Benefit reconciliations
- Provide Benefit education to employees
- Payroll back-up
- Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
- Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
- Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education / Experience Preferred:
- Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Must possess proficiency with Word/Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively answer employee questions.
- Must possess strong spelling, grammar, basic math concepts, and attention to detail.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities to manage data and deadlines.
- Proficiency with HR management systems preferred.
- Must be bondable.
Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.
Working Conditions
The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Sunflower Bank Benefits
People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.
Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:
- Rooted in Strength
- Propelled by Growth
- Individuals in a Great Whole
- Creating Possibility
- Community Focused
Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Plus many more associate perks & incentives!
If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.
You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!
EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets
Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong spelling, grammar, and basic math skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Proficiency with HR management systems
- Must be bondable
Sunflower Bank, N.A. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sunflower Bank, N.A. and has not been reviewed or approved by Sunflower Bank, N.A..
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match up to 6% and immediate vesting for covered divisions stands out as a strong element of total compensation. This feature is repeatedly highlighted as a bright spot within the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are part of a comprehensive suite that also includes disability and life insurance. Benefits basics are described as solid across the offering.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is characterized as decent for certain roles and markets, indicating alignment between responsibilities and base pay in those areas. These pockets of role-level satisfaction suggest fairness for specific teams.
Sunflower Bank, N.A. Insights
What We Do
Sunflower Bank, N.A. provides relationship-focused financial services to the communities it serves. Operating under brands including Sunflower Bank, First National 1870, and Guardian Mortgage, the bank offers a comprehensive range of personal, business, and wealth management solutions. It features specialized financing groups dedicated to the technology, healthcare, commercial real estate, and construction trades industries.
