ECLARO · 11 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
White Plains, NY
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelECLARO is a national leader in energy efficiency and clean energy technology, seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their HR department. The role involves managing benefits programs, developing vendor relationships, and contributing to the HR transformation project.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Function as plan administrator for assigned benefits programs; ensure benefits vendor relationships and programs are managed and Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) are administering programs properly; take action to resolve routine claims issues
Develop strong working relationships with key vendors and consultants
Apply a continuous improvement philosophy to processes to enhance administration, reduce costs, and increase efficiencies of benefit programs
Process monthly invoices and conduct monthly billing audit
Participate in the planning and development of the overall benefits programs for salaried and union employees
Act as subject matter expert for leave programs and benefits. Serve as primary point of contact for managers, employees, and Payroll throughout the leave management process
Assist with creation and delivery of benefit communications including: oversee New Hire Benefits Orientation and support new employees in enrolling in benefit plans; conduct employee education meetings as needed; updating benefit guidebook and policies; and engage in one-on-one employee inquiries
Participate in the preparation and evaluation of bids for benefits plan providers
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget; track assigned benefits program spending
Work with internal resources in the Human Resources, Procurement, Law, Accounting, Payroll, and IT departments to ensure delivery of quality services to employees and plan compliance
Continue education and training to keep abreast of applicable legal requirements and related tax regulations to ensure benefits program compliance
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Function as plan administrator for assigned benefits programs; ensure benefits vendor relationships and programs are managed and Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) are administering programs properly; take action to resolve routine claims issues
Develop strong working relationships with key vendors and consultants
Apply a continuous improvement philosophy to processes to enhance administration, reduce costs, and increase efficiencies of benefit programs
Process monthly invoices and conduct monthly billing audit
Participate in the planning and development of the overall benefits programs for salaried and union employees
Act as subject matter expert for leave programs and benefits. Serve as primary point of contact for managers, employees, and Payroll throughout the leave management process
Assist with creation and delivery of benefit communications including: oversee New Hire Benefits Orientation and support new employees in enrolling in benefit plans; conduct employee education meetings as needed; updating benefit guidebook and policies; and engage in one-on-one employee inquiries
Participate in the preparation and evaluation of bids for benefits plan providers
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget; track assigned benefits program spending
Work with internal resources in the Human Resources, Procurement, Law, Accounting, Payroll, and IT departments to ensure delivery of quality services to employees and plan compliance
Continue education and training to keep abreast of applicable legal requirements and related tax regulations to ensure benefits program compliance
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
Knowledge and experience administering and designing benefits programs and claims processing
Technical knowledge of applicable federal and state laws pertaining to benefits, including HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, PFL, ADA, ERISA, ACA, etc
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Good research skills in a variety of mediums to remain up to date on benefits trends and laws
Strong attention to detail, analytical and quantitative skills
Possess strong organizational and time management skills, demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong computer skills, proficient in using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to work with all levels of the organization
Ability to observe confidentiality and communicate with people in potentially stressful situations and work well under pressure
Ability to work within a team environment
Preferred
Experience with SAP and SuccessFactors is a plus
Knowledge of SAP Personnel Module, preferred
Benefits
401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO
Company
ECLARO
ECLARO is an award-winning professional services firm headquartered in New York City and operating in the U.S., Canada and the Philippines.
Founded in 1999
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nicholas Butcher
QA CTO Label Specialist
Dan Broderick
Chief Delivery Officer
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