Oversee the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information.
Manage day-to-day benefits administration, including billing, enrollment and changes.
Leads the annual open enrollment process.
Oversee benefit inquiries on plan provisions, benefit enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
Maintains the leave-of-absence process through chosen vendor: medical, personal, disability, and FMLA also through chosen vendor.
Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors and providers and ensure procedures are followed to minimize costs.
Serves as primary contact for employees and vendors related to benefits.
Conducts audits and ensures payment invoices for benefit providers.
Manages 403(b) plan and responds to inquiries relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts.
Conducts the annual benefit renewal process by evaluating and analyzing data presented by the benefits broker.
Prepares reports and presentations as requested by senior management.
Monitor trends, best practices and external competitiveness and makes recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of benefit programs and analyze benefit plans to determine cost/benefit.
Act as an expert consultant to management in support of benefits plan designs.
Completes benefits reporting requirements and ensures compliance with applicable government legislation.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR certification or equivalent strongly preferred.
CEBS certification, or CPA a strong plus.
Minimum five years of experience in managing and administering benefits programs required.
Minimum five year of experience with HRIS software.
Minimum three years accounting experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws involving employment, HR, and benefits administration (FMLA, HIPAA, ACA, etc.).
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Strong problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.
Extensive knowledge of benefits plan designs and contract language.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to analyze data and make strategic recommendations.
Excellent computer skills and the ability to navigate various types of software.
Accounting background preferred.
Highly knowledgeable with all aspects of employee benefit programs (health, dental vision, life and disability insurance).

Benefits Manager

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