Benefits Manager

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.
• Avoid unnecessary administrative tasks by identifying opportunities for streamlining processes.
• Research participant / data questions as needed.
• 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