JOB SUMMARY

The Benefit Specialist plays a vital role within the Human Resources (HR) department, focusing on supporting the administration of employee benefits programs. This position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities to ensure that employees receive comprehensive and accurate information about their benefits packages. The Benefit Specialist collaborates with HR team members and external vendors to deliver exceptional employee experiences related to benefits.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist in the enrollment, maintenance, and termination processes for various employee benefit programs, including health insurance, dental insurance, retirement plans, and more
• Manage recordkeeping and retention of employee benefit elections and changes
• Provide support during the annual open enrollment period by educating employees about available benefit options and guiding them through the enrollment process
• Work with the Senior Benefit Specialist and Benefits Manager at creating benefits-related communication materials, ensuring they are clear, concise, and accessible to all employees
• Maintain accurate records and databases related to employee benefits, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality
• Stay informed about changes in benefits laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure the organization’s benefit programs remain compliant
• Become knowledgeable in the Leave of Absence space supporting the benefits team
• Assist HR team members with benefit-related tasks and projects as needed

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 year of previous experience working with employee benefit programs
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Previous Experience in using HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.