The Benefits Manager will manage the administration, development, implementation and day-to-day maintenance of benefits programs.
This role requires strong knowledge of benefit regulations at the federal and state levels.
The Benefits Manager will manage all communications with benefit providers as well as internal clients for inquiries and program education.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Manage, oversee and have accountability for day to day benefit plan activities including vendor management and plan compliance for all Health and Welfare and Retirement programs.
Complete all activities to ensure plans are compliant with ERISA, DOL & state reporting requirements, including non-discrimination testing, claim submissions, 5500 reporting/filing, Summary Annual Reports, etc.
Assist in the creation of a benefit program communication plan.
Identify opportunities for streamlining processes.
Research participant / data questions.
Participate in all discussions with health care consultants on matters regarding plan design.
Recognize opportunities to engage the advice and counsel of ERISA support when necessary
Preferred Qualifications:
7-10 years of relevant work experience
Working knowledge of Health and Welfare plans
Strong knowledge of defined benefit pension plans & defined contribution/401(k) plans
Working knowledge of integration files
Excellent ability to effectively communicate both written & verbally with strong client focus
Strong attention to detail
Ability to organize, set priorities, be self-motivated, and learn independently
Ability to complete multiple projects within established deadlines and work well under pressure
Ability to successfully work in a team environment
Professional and responsible approach to work, clients, and other associates
Numbers & Facts
Location
New York, NY
Salary
$100,000–$115,000 Per Year
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974)unmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Process Developmentunmatched
Program Planningunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
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