We are looking for an experienced Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Whippany, New Jersey, and involves managing benefit programs, leave administration, and payroll coordination for a multi-company structure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits management and leave processes, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities: • Oversee employee benefit plans, including enrollment processes and premium billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Manage leave administration by tracking employee leaves, updating systems, and maintaining proper documentation. • Collaborate with payroll teams to ensure seamless integration of benefits and leave adjustments. • Coordinate open enrollment processes, addressing employee inquiries and ensuring timely completion of benefits selection. • Run and analyze reports to verify employee benefit enrollments and address discrepancies. • Respond to employee questions regarding benefit options and leave policies, providing clear and accurate information. • Partner with external vendors and insurance providers to ensure efficient handling of benefit-related matters. • Maintain detailed records of benefits and leave transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. • Support multi-company operations, including corporate entities, retail stores, and territory divisions, with comprehensive benefits and leave management. • Assist in the transition and coordination of benefits providers as needed.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in benefits administration and leave management. • Strong knowledge of benefit plan structures, enrollment procedures, and premium billing. • Familiarity with leave policies and regulations, including FMLA. • Basic understanding of payroll processes and their interaction with benefits administration. • Proficiency in running and analyzing reports for benefits tracking and compliance. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks across a multi-company environment. • Strong communication skills to effectively address employee inquiries and vendor coordination. • Experience with open enrollment processes and employee benefits selection.

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Whippany, NJ
onsite
Temporary
22.80 - 26.40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Whippany, New Jersey, and involves managing benefit programs, leave administration, and payroll coordination for a multi-company structure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits management and leave processes, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities: • Oversee employee benefit plans, including enrollment processes and premium billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Manage leave administration by tracking employee leaves, updating systems, and maintaining proper documentation. • Collaborate with payroll teams to ensure seamless integration of benefits and leave adjustments. • Coordinate open enrollment processes, addressing employee inquiries and ensuring timely completion of benefits selection. • Run and analyze reports to verify employee benefit enrollments and address discrepancies. • Respond to employee questions regarding benefit options and leave policies, providing clear and accurate information. • Partner with external vendors and insurance providers to ensure efficient handling of benefit-related matters. • Maintain detailed records of benefits and leave transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. • Support multi-company operations, including corporate entities, retail stores, and territory divisions, with comprehensive benefits and leave management. • Assist in the transition and coordination of benefits providers as needed.
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