H.W. Kaufman Group · 19 hours ago
Benefits Administrator
Farmington Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expH.W. Kaufman Group is a powerful global network of companies dedicated to shaping the future of insurance. The Benefits Administrator will manage various employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate administration and support for wellness initiatives and compliance with regulations.
Financial ServicesInsuranceProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Assist with the day-to-day administration of company benefits programs, including health and wellness, leaves of absence, 401(k), unemployment, and workers’ compensation
Help process benefits enrollments, changes, and updates, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records
Provide administrative support for medical, 401(k), and leave of absence cases, escalating complex issues as needed
Compile and maintain documentation related to unemployment claims and assist with hearing preparation when required
Support HR Business Partners by gathering information and documentation for benefits-related questions and processes, including ADA-related requests under guidance
Assist with collecting and organizing data for required government reporting, including 401(k) and Form 5500 preparation
Help ensure court-ordered benefit directives and required state paperwork are completed accurately and on time
Assist with employee wellbeing initiatives
Maintain confidentiality and follow data privacy policies when handling employee information
Assist with basic benefits reporting and tracking as requested
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or related field required
Zero to two years of experience employee benefits administration
Understanding of local, state, and federal laws involving employment, HR, and benefits administration
Basic knowledge of payroll practices/processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Benefit Certifications
Knowledge of our HRIS and similar human resource management software and practices
Benefits
Competitive base compensation
Employer paid continuing education courses and designations via access to Kaufman Institute
Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental
401K with employer match
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Access to Kaufman Wellness Program
Company
H.W. Kaufman Group
At H.W. Kaufman Group, we are committed to providing unsurpassed service to insurance brokers, agents and carriers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Heckman
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Christine Tricoli
Corporate Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
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