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Benefits Specialist
<p>Join our team as a <strong>Benefits Operations Specialist</strong>, where you'll play a key role in administering and managing employee benefits programs accurately and efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>System Data Maintenance</strong>: Collaborate with key partners to ensure seamless functionality of Dayforce data interfaces. Audit and update data to ensure accurate records, handling additions, deletions, and manual updates when required.</li><li><strong>Funding and Reconciliation</strong>: Oversee Team Member deductions, ensure timely and accurate funding for benefits programs, and manage reconciliation processes for 401(k), HSA, FSA, and Deferred Compensation contributions.</li><li><strong>Benefits Administration</strong>: Handle 401(k) distribution requests through the Empower Plan Sponsor site, monitor Qualifying Life Events, complete National Medical Support notifications, and manage any state-mandated benefits reporting.</li><li><strong>Employee and Cross-Team Support</strong>: Own the Benefits inbox to address inquiries promptly, provide training and technical troubleshooting for benefits-related issues, and partner with Payroll, Onboarding, and external vendors to enhance employee experiences.</li><li><strong>Special Projects and Open Enrollment</strong>: Assist in the planning, testing, and implementation of Open Enrollment activities, and ensure benefits onboarding and integration for new acquisitions are completed in a timely and accurate manner.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li><strong>Experience</strong>: 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, payroll operations, or a related role, with a strong emphasis on reconciling data and managing employee inquiries.</li><li><strong>Technical Skills</strong>: Proficiency with benefits platforms such as Dayforce and Empower preferred. Strong Excel skills, including the ability to manage and audit large data sets.</li><li><strong>Attention to Detail</strong>: Exceptional ability to audit, validate, and reconcile complex data sets to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant policies and regulations.</li><li><strong>Communication Skills</strong>: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach to resolving employee inquiries and collaborating across departments.</li><li><strong>Organizational Skills</strong>: Proven ability to manage competing deadlines, prioritize tasks effectively, and handle dynamic needs in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><strong>Teamwork and Collaboration</strong>: Ability to work cross-functionally with Payroll, Onboarding, and external benefits vendors, ensuring seamless benefits operations and positive team member experiences.</li><li><strong>Education</strong>: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered.</li><li><strong>Compliance Knowledge</strong>: Familiarity with state and federal benefits regulations, including 401(k), HSA/FSA, and deferred compensation compliance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Westport, CT
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Join our team as a <strong>Benefits Operations Specialist</strong>, where you'll play a key role in administering and managing employee benefits programs accurately and efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>System Data Maintenance</strong>: Collaborate with key partners to ensure seamless functionality of Dayforce data interfaces. Audit and update data to ensure accurate records, handling additions, deletions, and manual updates when required.</li><li><strong>Funding and Reconciliation</strong>: Oversee Team Member deductions, ensure timely and accurate funding for benefits programs, and manage reconciliation processes for 401(k), HSA, FSA, and Deferred Compensation contributions.</li><li><strong>Benefits Administration</strong>: Handle 401(k) distribution requests through the Empower Plan Sponsor site, monitor Qualifying Life Events, complete National Medical Support notifications, and manage any state-mandated benefits reporting.</li><li><strong>Employee and Cross-Team Support</strong>: Own the Benefits inbox to address inquiries promptly, provide training and technical troubleshooting for benefits-related issues, and partner with Payroll, Onboarding, and external vendors to enhance employee experiences.</li><li><strong>Special Projects and Open Enrollment</strong>: Assist in the planning, testing, and implementation of Open Enrollment activities, and ensure benefits onboarding and integration for new acquisitions are completed in a timely and accurate manner.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-02T15:39:03Z

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