Location: Buffalo, NY (Onsite) Pay Rate: $40/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Benefits Program Manager to support an 8-month project focused on the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefit programs. This role will play a key part in ensuring benefit plans are accurately configured, compliant, and effectively rolled out to employees.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design and implementation of new or updated employee benefit programs
Configure and test systems to ensure benefit plans are set up correctly
Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and Legal teams to coordinate implementations
Collaborate with external vendors, brokers, and consultants
Ensure programs meet all compliance and regulatory requirements
Develop and support employee communications regarding benefit offerings
Identify and resolve issues to ensure smooth program rollout
Assist with audits, reporting, and reconciliation of benefit data and payroll deductions
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration and implementation
Experience working in an HRIS-supported environment
Required Experience
Experience setting up and administering benefits programs for a self-insured employer
Proven experience creating Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs)
Preferred Experience
Implementing and communicating benefits programs
Administering self-insured programs
Reconciling benefit data and performing audits using Excel or similar tools
Working with brokers, carriers, and vendors, including RFP/vendor selection
Supporting compliance, plan documentation, and regulatory reporting