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Benefits analyst

Cars Commerce

Benefits analyst

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Cars Commerce

remote, United States$65k – $79k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
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Required skills

Benefits administrationLeave of absence administrationWorkdayFMLAACACOBRAERISAData analysisExcelGoogle SheetsVendor managementProcess documentationAI toolsCommunicationCompliance reporting

Be essential at Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation-based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don't take our word for it. We are proud to be named one of Built In's 2026 Best Places to Work in Chicago and across the U.S. Ready to make your mark? Join a team that's driving real change in the automotive industry.

Position Summary

The Benefits Analyst is the day-to-day administrator of Cars.com U.S. and Canada benefits and leave programs, working within Total Rewards and reporting to the Senior Manager, Benefits. You will keep enrollments, deductions, vendor billing, and leaves accurate and compliant across Workday and our carriers. You will also be the first point of contact for employees, HR Business Partners, Payroll, and vendors on benefits and leave questions. This role is a strong fit for someone who likes detail, process, and getting people clear answers during sensitive moments such as births, medical events, and open enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Benefits administration
  • Leave of absence administration
  • Vendor and financial management
  • Reporting and compliance
  • Intranet content and communications calendar

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3–6 years of experience administering employee benefits and/or leaves of absence.
  • Working knowledge of FMLA, ACA, COBRA, ERISA basics, and state paid leave and paid sick requirements.
  • Hands-on experience with an HRIS, with benefits configuration experience in Workday strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including lookups, pivots, and data reconciliation.
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage recurring deadlines.
  • Clear written and verbal communication, with a service mindset and sound judgment handling confidential information.
  • Ability to work with multiple vendors, Payroll, HRBPs, and Legal at once.
  • Demonstrated curiosity and proficiency in using AI tools.
  • Forward-thinking mindset with an eagerness to explore, evaluate, and adopt AI capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with U.S. and Canadian benefits.
  • Experience with leave vendor platforms and benefits consultants or brokers.
  • Experience supporting open enrollment.
  • Professional certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS, or CLMS.

Tools and systems

Workday (Benefits and Absence), Google Workspace, Microsoft Office

Salary Range

$64,600.00-79,150.00

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
  • New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
  • Generous PTO
  • Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.