Benefits Coordinator

We are seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources Benefits Administrator to manage and support employee benefits programs. This role will be responsible for benefits administration, employee enrollment, leave management, compliance, and employee support related to health and welfare benefits. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working with HRIS systems and benefits vendors.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
• Coordinate new hire benefit enrollments and employee benefit changes due to qualifying life events.
• Conduct benefits orientations and educate employees on available programs and eligibility requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and concerns.
• Process enrollments, terminations, and changes with insurance carriers and third-party administrators.
• Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and ensure accurate payroll deductions.
• Assist with annual open enrollment planning, communication, and implementation.
• Administer leave programs including FMLA, disability, paid family leave, and other company leave policies.
• Maintain employee benefits records and ensure data accuracy within HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and FMLA.
• Generate benefits reports and assist with audits as needed.
• Partner with vendors, brokers, and internal stakeholders to resolve benefits-related issues.
• Support HR initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2 years of benefits administration or human resources experience.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs and applicable employment laws.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, Paycom, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.