Benefits Specialist

at  Jubilant Pharma Holdings Inc

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC, a well-established member of the business community in Spokane, Washington, provides a complete range of services to support the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. The Allergy business is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of allergenic extracts, targeted primarily at treating allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is also a nationally recognized contract manufacturer of sterile injectable vials, and lyophilized products. Jubilant HollisterStier is a proud member of the Jubilant Pharma family.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration of company benefits and programs, including addressing employee inquiries, preparing for annual open enrollment, coordinating with benefit vendors.

• Owns the day-to-day benefit administration, employee inquiries, and plan document maintenance for the following employee benefits: retirement plan (US 401(k) and Canada RRSP), health & welfare, life and disability.
• Leads yearly Open Enrollment activities including coordinating interface with portals to ensure benefit plans are updated and employee benefit elections are transmitted to benefit providers accurately and within enrollment deadlines.
• Supports Associate Dir, C&B with annual benefit renewal process, including coordinating with benefits broker and vendors, and analysis of benefits reports.
• Under Associate Dir C&B guidance, facilitate 401(k) Investment Committee semi-annual meetings
• Prepares and submit requirements timely for 5500 filing, HCE testing, 095/ACA filings, and routine plan audits in partnership with the vendors and government agencies.
• Partners with the HRIS, payroll and accounts payables teams to ensure timely and accurate remittance of employee contributions and benefit plan invoices.
• Provides communication content for benefits communications per campaign designed with Associate Dir C&B.
• Supports HR with benefits related activities for new hires, terminations, and onsite health screenings
• Participates in benefits surveys to ensure market-competitiveness and internal user testing activities for benefits/HR systems for data integrity and system upgrades.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent is required. Bachelor Degree desired.
• Benefits Certification strongly desired and prior experience in HRIS/Payroll systems.
• 2 to 5 years of experience as an internal benefits administrator and vendor interface required.
• Knowledge of US agency laws and regulations relating to benefits (HIPAA, ACA, Section 125) required.
• MS Excel proficiency for data audits and reporting required.
• Benefit vendor management and onsite screening event planning preferred.
• Functional Expert in:
• Vendor Management
• Verbal and written communication skills to explain benefits and troubleshoot issues
• Very high customer orientation
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence various vendors on Benefits operational matters.
• Handle confidential and sensitive data with discretion
• Working Knowledge of:
• US Benefit Plans and System file feeds
• Ability to establish and communicate priorities without direct oversight
• Proficiency in delivering presentations
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams, functions and external partners/vendors
• General understanding of Canada Benefit Plans
  Shift: Days, Mon – Fri.

OPTIONAL BENEFITS:

• Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee & family
• Supplemental Medical coverage (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident coverages)
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Protection
• Perk Spot Discount Program
  Unlock your potential with Jubilant HollisterStier! If you’re seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today!
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  Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer.
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
  If you require assistance applying for a position, please contact our HR Department at:
  Human.Resources@jubl.com
  Job Overview

• Owns the day-to-day benefit administration, employee inquiries, and plan document maintenance for the following employee benefits: retirement plan (US 401(k) and Canada RRSP), health & welfare, life and disability.
• Leads yearly Open Enrollment activities including coordinating interface with portals to ensure benefit plans are updated and employee benefit elections are transmitted to benefit providers accurately and within enrollment deadlines.
• Supports Associate Dir, C&B with annual benefit renewal process, including coordinating with benefits broker and vendors, and analysis of benefits reports.
• Under Associate Dir C&B guidance, facilitate 401(k) Investment Committee semi-annual meetings
• Prepares and submit requirements timely for 5500 filing, HCE testing, 095/ACA filings, and routine plan audits in partnership with the vendors and government agencies.
• Partners with the HRIS, payroll and accounts payables teams to ensure timely and accurate remittance of employee contributions and benefit plan invoices.
• Provides communication content for benefits communications per campaign designed with Associate Dir C&B.
• Supports HR with benefits related activities for new hires, terminations, and onsite health screenings
• Participates in benefits surveys to ensure market-competitiveness and internal user testing activities for benefits/HR systems for data integrity and system upgrades