People & Culture, Senior Benefits Administrator

About the role

The People & Culture Senior Benefits Administrator supports BDO’s Total Rewards Strategy by administering various benefit programs and policies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and providing excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Administers day-to-day operations of benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, FSA, disability, life insurance, group legal, QTE transit/parking, worker’s comp, retirement plans, COBRA, etc.
• Researches and benchmarks benefit programs and vendors to identify gaps and improve service and value.
• Assists with retirement plan administration, including 401k and ESOP.
• Evaluates internal processes and identifies cost-saving measures.
• Ensures compliance with ERISA, DOL, HIPAA, CMS, IRS, SEC 125, ACA, etc., including timely and accurate reporting and document management.
• Maintains benefit files/records, including file transfers to payroll and third-party vendors.
• Manages administrative invoices and fees for group benefit plans.
• Participates in benefit plan audits as needed.
• Collaborates on special projects related to benefits and leave of absence (LOA).
• Supports clients with benefits inquiries and concerns, including claim issues and discrepancies.
• Trains and supports the People & Culture team on benefits and wellness programs.
• Designs and maintains communication materials for employees, principals, COBRA participants, and retirees.
• Facilitates the annual open enrollment and new enrollment processes for expansion firms.
• Maintains legal compliance with record retention, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, SEC 125, Workers Compensation, Medicare, Social Security, and DOL requirements.
• Aids the National Benefits Manager and analyst with ACA tracking, reporting, and corrections.
• Assists with supervisory responsibilities for benefits and LOA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, required.
• Three (3) or more years of benefits administration experience, required.
• Experience with self-insured health care plans, required.
• Strong understanding of federal and state regulations affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, SECTION 125, ACA, Workers Compensation, Medicare, Social Security, and DOL requirements, required.
• Project and team management/leadership skills and experience, required.
• Prior experience with administration of leaves of absences (LOA), preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CEBS certification, preferred.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with Microsoft Office applications, database systems, and Oracle platform for core and BSwift for benefits, required.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of benefit contract language and plan designs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, client service, and organization skills.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently or within a group environment.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and matters with respect to HIPAA compliance.
• Understanding of applicable federal and state regulations.
• Experience with industry knowledge and resources.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of leadership while providing high-level customer service and confidentiality.
• Adaptability in communication style to convey messages and objectives to diverse audiences.
• Individual salary determination based on qualifications, experience, skills, and location.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of benefit contract language and plan designs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, client service, and organization skills.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently or within a group environment.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and matters with respect to HIPAA compliance.
• Understanding of applicable federal and state regulations.
• Experience with industry knowledge and resources.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of leadership while providing high-level customer service and confidentiality.
• Adaptability in communication style to convey messages and objectives to diverse audiences.

Benefits

BDO offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes more than just traditional “benefits.” This includes the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which allows participants to share in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings.

Pay

National Range: $75,000 - $86,000
Maryland Range: $75,000 - $86,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 - $86,000

Schedule

Flexible schedule, with approximately 10% travel required.

Company Information

BDO is committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients. We empower team members to explore their full potential, celebrate ingenuity and innovation, and focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities. BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!

About BDO

BDO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Click here to find out more!