Sr. Benefits Specialist
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JobgetherHuman Resources
Based in United StatesFull-TimeSenior
Salary$60,000–$80,000 USD
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Job Details
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsComplianceWorkday
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience administering employee benefit programs and managing employee leave processes.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations, leave requirements, and relevant employment regulations.
- Exposure to Canadian benefits administration is highly valued.
- Experience working with Workday or a comparable Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to investigate discrepancies, interpret data, and develop practical solutions.
- Advanced attention to detail and a strong commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and reporting tools for audits, reconciliations, data analysis, and reporting.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle sensitive employee matters with discretion and empathy.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, vendors, HR, Payroll, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- A proactive mindset and interest in using automation and AI-enabled tools to improve benefits operations.
Responsibilities
- Administer U.S. and Canadian employee benefit programs, including health, retirement, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
- Guide employees through benefit elections, life events, and eligibility changes with professionalism.
- Coordinate various employee leave programs, including family, medical, disability, parental, and accommodation-related leaves.
- Partner with employees, vendors, HR teams, and stakeholders throughout the leave administration lifecycle.
- Ensure benefit and leave documentation and transactions are completed accurately and in compliance with requirements.
- Support annual enrollment, employee education initiatives, and benefits communications.
- Perform audits and reconciliations for eligibility, enrollments, payroll deductions, and vendor records.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with Payroll, HR Operations, and external providers.
- Maintain accurate employee data across HR systems and vendor platforms.
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes and support the implementation of automation and technology enhancements.
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