WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: A Benefits Specialist to administer the overall benefit programs provided by Southern Management Companies. Conduct presentations and meetings to explain benefits to team members. Liaise with benefit providers on behalf of team members and the company. Answer questions or concerns from team members about their benefits. Inform team members of any changes to their benefits. WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU: * Work with HRIS manager to automate benefit processes * Process termination reports for Benefits/COBRA * Complete monthly reports and billing for health, life, dental, and voluntary benefits * Review, approve, and track Family and Medical Leave requests * Provide guidance with coordination of leave related to Workers Compensation claims and FMLA * Provide assistance and support with benefits plan enrollment, interpretation, and claims investigation * Review and monitor benefits paid by insurance company, and input and monitor data for COBRA with Great West * Administer Workers Compensation Program * Review and monitor all connection feeds for benefits and 401(k) in HRIS system * Administer and coordinate 401(k) cash transfers * Conduct monthly and yearly benefits summary * Coordinate, administer, and maintain company wellness programs * Provide annual benefits notification, Summary Plan Descriptions, and plan changes * Coordinate ADP Home Page for latest Human Resources updates * Maintain professional and technical work knowledge by attending educational workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks and participate in professional associations * Contribute to the Human Resources Team effort by accomplishing tasks and assisting with projects as needed * Comply with all Southern Management's policies and procedures * Perform various other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Vice President of Human Resources JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: * Maintain professional and technical work knowledge and certifications by attending educational workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks and participate in professional associations to ensure Southern Management compliance with all related laws * Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills * Knowledge and understanding of employment/benefit related laws, regulations and current issues * Ability to work independently * Minimal Insurance errors * Proficient computer skills to include all Microsoft programs (i.e., excel, word, etc.), payroll programs (Workforce Now, and Kronos), and benefit links * Ensure accurate and up-to-date compliance/knowledge in all areas of COBRA /W/C, benefits, FMLA, ADA, and Payroll