Benefits Administrator

at  Robert Half

We are looking for a meticulous Benefits Administrator to join our manufacturing team in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. As a Benefits Administrator, you will be managing employee benefits programs, coordinating with various vendors, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You will also be a primary resource for employees regarding benefits and leave inquiries.

• Administering a range of employee benefit programs, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and voluntary benefits.
• Ensuring accurate data collection and payment requests for all group plans during monthly billing processes.
• Collaborating with the HR team to evaluate, select, and renew benefit offerings, taking into consideration cost-effectiveness and employee needs.
• Managing and resolving file integration issues, error reports, and enrollment system configurations.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state-specific rules.
• Planning and executing annual open enrollment, including preparation of materials, delivery of presentations, and system updates.
• Administering FMLA and other leave requests, maintaining accurate leave records, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Serving as the lead coordinator for Work Comp claims, managing all communications and claim activities.
• Acting as the primary contact for employee benefit inquiries, delivering accurate resolutions in a timely manner.
• Building and maintaining relationships with benefit brokers, insurance carriers, and other third-party vendors.
• Assisting with contract negotiations and managing vendor performance to ensure quality service and cost efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate benefit and leave records within HRIS systems.
• Assisting in the development and updating of benefits and leave policies in line with organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Monitoring industry trends and legislative changes, advising HR leadership on necessary adjustments.
  This exciting opportunity is requiring 1-3 years of full-cycle benefits administration experience. An Associates or Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or similar is preferred but not required - our client prefers experience over degree!

Beginning pay for this role is $67,000-93,000, depending on qualifications. Full, robust benefits are also offered for this position, including health, dental, vision, 401k with match, profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with an up to date resume for immediate consideration!

• Proficient in 401k - RRSP Administration
• Capable of conducting Auditing tasks
• Ability to handle Benefit Functions effectively
• Experience in Claim Administration
• Familiarity with Cobra Administration
• Knowledgeable in Benefit Law
• Ability to design and manage Benefit Packages
• Experience in Benefits Administration
• Proficient in Benefits Analysis
• Ability to coordinate Benefits effectively
• Skilled in designing Benefits
• Experience in managing Employee Benefit Plan
• Ability to administer Employee Benefit Program
• Familiarity with Medical Benefits
• Proficient in handling Retirement Benefits
• Experience in managing Leave of Absence and FMLA
• Ability to handle Open Enrollment procedures
• Knowledgeable in Workers Comp Law and Workers Compensation
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Ability to design Competitive Benefits Package
• Familiarity with Brokerage
• Proficient in using UKG Pro
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel and Excel Formulas

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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