The Benefits Specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, leave of absences, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and 401k plan.

The ideal candidate will be experienced with group benefits plans including leaves administration and wellness programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a professional, customer focused approach and possess strong communication skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with administering various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness benefits.
• Recommend and implement new benefit programs, including benefit system configurations.
• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information.
• Research and resolve health, disability and other related benefit inquiries.
• Provide key support for annual Open Enrollment projects, including presenting benefit plans and/or changes to employees benefits.
• Collaborate with external vendors and consultants, as well as internal communications, to develop ongoing benefits communications that engage employees using various tools and modes of communication.
• Coordinate transfer of data to external vendors for services, premiums, and plan administration.
• Assist with preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies (e.g., Form 5500, PCORI, ACA reporting, etc.).
• Respond to employee inquiries and issues in a timely manner, providing fast, equitable, and courteous resolution.

• Education: Bachelors degree
• At least 2-3 years related health and welfare administration experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to effectively work with individuals both inside and outside of the company.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while remaining detail oriented, accurate and efficient.
• Working knowledge of payroll best practices and federal and state regulations.
• Strong proficiency with PC skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability in decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.