We are looking for a detail-oriented Benefits and Leave Specialist to join our team on a contract basis near Wayne, New Jersey. In this role, you will be responsible for managing employee benefits programs, overseeing leave of absence processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors, employees, and internal teams. Responsibilities:• Administer a range of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.• Conduct orientation sessions for new employees to explain available benefits and enrollment procedures.• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities, ensuring systems are updated and employees receive clear communication.• Work with vendors and brokers to address benefits-related issues and ensure smooth service delivery.• Process benefits enrollments, terminations, and changes, maintaining accuracy and compliance.• Manage leave of absence programs, including disability, parental leave, and other company-sponsored options.• Track and document leave requests, ensuring payroll and benefits continuation during employee leaves.• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding employee benefits and leave management.• Assist with audits and reporting to maintain data accuracy and regulatory compliance.• Support employees in understanding and maximizing their benefits options.

• Proven experience in benefits administration and employee leave management. • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits and leave policies. • Excellent organizational and data management skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with vendors, employees, and internal teams. • Proficiency in reconciling benefits data and preparing compliance reports. • Familiarity with payroll systems and processes. • Strong communication skills to effectively assist employees and explain benefits programs. • Detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting.

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Totowa, NJ
onsite
Temporary
33.25 - 38.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Benefits and Leave Specialist to join our team on a contract basis near Wayne, New Jersey. In this role, you will be responsible for managing employee benefits programs, overseeing leave of absence processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors, employees, and internal teams. Responsibilities:• Administer a range of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.• Conduct orientation sessions for new employees to explain available benefits and enrollment procedures.• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities, ensuring systems are updated and employees receive clear communication.• Work with vendors and brokers to address benefits-related issues and ensure smooth service delivery.• Process benefits enrollments, terminations, and changes, maintaining accuracy and compliance.• Manage leave of absence programs, including disability, parental leave, and other company-sponsored options.• Track and document leave requests, ensuring payroll and benefits continuation during employee leaves.• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding employee benefits and leave management.• Assist with audits and reporting to maintain data accuracy and regulatory compliance.• Support employees in understanding and maximizing their benefits options.
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