HR Benefits Specialist Job Description (2023)

HR Benefits SpecialistJob Description

Monitor, review and approve/decline requests for change in coverage in accordance to all applicable federal and state laws, Section 125 and plan provisions

Process benefits enrollments for all full time employees that include health/ dental/vision insurances, short/long term disability, FSA/DCP, and FMLA

Administer benefit programs including health, welfare, retirement, FSA, ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, Worker�s Compensation, DOL requirements, PTO and leave administration

Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefit plans

Manage and coordinate Open Enrollment (including coordinating with external vendors and benefit brokers

Administrates standards for Compensation processes

Preparing bi-weekly employee transaction reports and coordinating with payroll, as needed

Maintaining employee data using ADP

Processing employee benefits change request, terminations, COBRA and leaves of absence, including Short-Term/ Long-Term Disability, FMLA and worker's compensation

Participate in analysis of HR transactions and highlight discrepancies and anomalies for correction

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment essential

Team Player and capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team in a complex matrix structure

Continuous improvement focus with a view to achieving business excellence in all processes

Shares knowledge and expertise effectively with others

Create purchase orders and process invoices for payment to vendors and others relating to consultants, third party providers

Proficiency in business English and Spanish

Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of HR benefits specialist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.

Responsibilities for HR benefits specialist

• General Benefits (Stock Purchase Plan, Online Time, MyTime incl
• Supports GBS HR Team Leader in daily operational and management tasks, work allocation, workforce management, cross-training, backlog management, quality controls
• Administering the organization’s benefits programs (e.g., flexible benefits in accordance with CLA, insurance policies, wellbeing programs)
• Provide analytical support for Compensation initiatives and projects
• Provide compensation advice to client groups with queries on subjects such as Reward strategy/policy, benchmarking, bonus plans
• Act as liaison for benefit vendors and third party administrators for health and welfare plans, global employee assistance plan and global security/travel plan
• Lead annual enrollment project while taking ownership of all operational activities (system testing, vendor partnership, communication reviews, payroll validation, interface testing)
• Administer short term and long term disability payments per leave of absence policy
• Lead year end benefit validation and processing related to taxable benefits, pension adjustments with payroll team
• The HR Benefits Specialist provides quality customer service to employees and managers by handling inbound requests related to pay, benefits and Human Resources and ensuring the employee's needs are met in a timely manner

Qualifications for HR benefits specialist

• Proficiency in business English and French
• Ability to work under pressure prioritizing
• You must have strong vendor management experience affinity with HRMS systems (SAP preferred)
• 5-7 years of experience working in benefit administration with health and welfare, defined benefits, defined contribution and RRSP plans
• Employee and Manager Service & Support
• Provide first level functional support to customer calls/emails/chats Handling inbound inquiries, identifying need, processing necessary transactions and escalating issues as required

Our growing company is looking to fill the role of HR benefits specialist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.

Responsibilities for HR benefits specialist

• Coordinate employee wellness programs Process assigned benefits-related billings, and coordinate the funding with the accounting department Input appropriate data into the Workday to complete Benefit data transactions that cannot be completed through ESS or MSS
• Provide detailed information in the request tracking system to serve as a history of all requests for each employee
• Manage employee Perks including baby cash, daycare, and gym reimbursements
• Support HR by collecting required documentation from the field as needed for unemployment-related inquiries.Search Jobs US
• Administer benefit plans including 401(k) Plans
• Works with external vendors, Benefit & Compensation staff, Payroll, HRMS & HR Business Partners to resolve issues and respond timely to employee requests
• Perform the post payroll run checks and execute the post payroll duties related to payroll accounting, payments and payroll reporting
• Coordinate new hire set-ups with hiring managers, Payroll, IS and Purchasing Departments
• Works closely with the HR Benefits Manager in the administration of the employee benefits plans, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability plans, Section 125 and 129 Flex Plan, 401(k) and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Maintain the HRIS Software post hire and conducts new employee orientation and exit interviews

Qualifications for HR benefits specialist

• Is collaborative in approach with Stakeholders
• BA or equivalent + 0 yrs experience or high school diploma/GED and four years HR experience and knowledge
• 3-5 years HR Generalist or Benefits Administration experience
• Open to taking on new responsibilities, learn different areas of HR, and team player
• Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years of relevant HR experience (payroll, comp
• 3 to 5 years of experience in operations and/or human resources, preferably within France Previous experience in HR operations-related market service areas such as benefits, Benefits, time & attendance, leave management, worker’s compensation and employee health & safety and/or other relevant HR experience

Our company is hiring for a HR benefits specialist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.

Responsibilities for HR benefits specialist

• Maintains I-9 files and updates regularly to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Work with Quality Assurance to ensure Employee Training Records (ETRs) and training files are updated and maintained
• Responsible for assisting in areas of employee relations, safety and OSHA requirements, training, compensation, benefits, EEO, government regulations and record keeping
• Assist in the development and implementation of the companywide employee training program
• Work closely with the HR Business Partner and other departmental managers in decision-making regarding personnel actions
• Manage vendor billing/ invoices for benefit plans in a timely manner
• Knowedge and administration of Leaves of Absence wthin US and Canada
• Assists in facilities and infrastructure planning
• Assist employees with health and welfare programs with questions and issues in a timely manner
• Ability to maintain payroll and HR Data integrity

Qualifications for HR benefits specialist

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resourses or a related discipline preferred or
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an HR Department in an administrative capacity
• Intermediate to advanced MS Office Skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Strong HRIS experience preferred
• Proficiency in business English and Bulgarian
• Proficiency in business English and Slovak

Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of HR benefits specialist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.

Responsibilities for HR benefits specialist

• Monitors process quality and timeliness of the work performed internally and externally to ensure it delivers measurable business benefits and meets business expectation
• Provides accurate and punctual regular and periodic metric reports
• Owns and coordinates audit requests as required (wage type, social security )
• Transitions payroll and benefits operations activities from bureau model to BPO model, achieving productivity increase & standardization where possible
• Leading research and administering employee benefits keeping benefits information organized and up-to-date in all systems
• Managing information processing systems to maintain accuracy of employee records initiating, implementing, and maintaining system changes within the company
• Assists clients and internal associates with developing and implementing compliant HR practices
• Support design, delivery and expertise in compensation and benefits, any corresponding compliance requirements, systems and tools
• Support all compensation and benefits annual processes across the region, which includes but is not limited to the annual salary and bonus processes
• Consults and advises HR regarding compensation policy interpretation, new hire offers, promotions, market analysis, job evaluation and other compensation projects and initiatives

Qualifications for HR benefits specialist

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to generate alternatives and drive positive change
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets development and analysis
• Deep knowledge of SAP HCM
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources related field or Business Administration
• Critical to maintain high levels of confidentiality with private and crucial information
• Proficiency in business English and Turkish

Our innovative and growing company is looking for a HR benefits specialist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.

Responsibilities for HR benefits specialist

• Identify flaws/gaps in current compensation and benefits approaches, methods, procedures and processes and suggests improvements
• Identify, develop, audit and consolidate compensation indicators & metrics
• Manage regional compensation and benefits system updates (OHR, Bentrack, C&B Portal) and payroll executions (GPIT)
• Assist in the coordination of market analysis/ studies/ annual survey process and competitive salary range structure
• Provide support to communication initiatives and regional compensation and benefits projects
• Assist in the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs and policies
• Track labour market and compensation related trends
• Basic knowledge of other HR functions including leave of absences, recruitment, ACA, FMLA, and employee relations
• Cross train and back up for employee leave of absence programs
• Serves as staff support for various special projects and/or events

Qualifications for HR benefits specialist

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an HR Department in an administrative capacity
• Must have basic knowledge of employee benefits such as (PPO & HMO plans, FSA, FMLA, Qualifying Life Events (QLE))
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a PHR certification, 3.3 GPA
• 2 years of compensation and benefits experience, preferably in a multinational company
• Understanding of compensation and benefits concepts, methods, procedures and approaches
• Experience managing external market bench marking studies and survey processes