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Benefits Specialist

Davenport, Iowa
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Permanent / Full Time
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
Are you someone who truly enjoys helping employees navigate their benefits and supporting them through important life moments? We’re partnering with a well-established, multi-state organization to hire a Benefits Specialist who will play a key role in delivering a positive employee experience across a large, diverse workforce. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused HR team where your attention to detail, empathy, and ability to communicate clearly will make a real impact every day. What You’ll DoIn this role, you’ll be the go-to resource for employees and leaders on benefits and leave-related questions. You’ll balance administrative precision with a high level of employee interaction. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Administer and support employee benefits programs, including open enrollment and annual renewals</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits questions—ensuring timely, clear, and supportive communication</li><li>Manage leave of absence processes, including FMLA, and guide employees through documentation and eligibility</li><li>Partner with leadership and managers to address employee needs across multiple locations</li><li>Maintain and update benefit records within HRIS systems</li><li>Support compliance efforts, including tracking regulatory changes and coordinating handbook updates</li><li>Proactively follow up with employees to ensure they understand and elect appropriate coverage</li></ul> What Makes This Role Unique<ul><li>High-impact, high-visibility role supporting a large workforce across multiple states</li><li>Hands-on, employee-focused environment—this is not a behind-the-scenes role</li><li>Opportunity to improve processes and enhance communication, especially around benefits and leave</li><li>A tight-knit HR team that values collaboration, flexibility, and stepping in where needed</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Des Plaines, Illinois
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support employee benefits administration for a Contract position based in Illinois. This role focuses on coordinating benefit programs, resolving employee inquiries, and helping ensure accurate processing across compensation and benefits activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with leave administration, benefits analysis, and open enrollment support, along with the ability to work effectively in Dayforce. Responsibilities: • Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrollment changes, eligibility updates, and routine issue resolution for employees. • Coordinate benefit program operations by partnering with internal teams, vendors, and employees to maintain accurate and timely service. • Support open enrollment planning and execution by preparing materials, answering questions, and validating elections. • Manage FMLA and related leave processes by tracking documentation, monitoring timelines, and communicating next steps to employees. • Review benefits data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to improve administration. • Assist with compensation and benefits reporting by compiling information and helping maintain reliable records in Dayforce. • Respond to employee questions regarding coverage, plan options, and benefits procedures in a clear and thorough manner.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Brookfield, Wisconsin
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support the administration of health, welfare, retirement, and leave programs for a service-focused organization in Wisconsin. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented individual who can guide employees through benefit-related questions, maintain compliance, and partner effectively with internal teams and external vendors. The role requires strong attention to detail, hands-on benefits administration experience, and the ability to improve processes while ensuring accurate and timely support. Responsibilities: • Act as a primary resource for employees and internal partners on benefit eligibility, coverage details, retirement programs, and leave-related matters. • Manage daily benefits operations by coordinating with payroll, monitoring vendor performance, and helping ensure smooth delivery of benefit and leave services. • Address questions submitted through shared benefits channels, including support for new team members, qualifying life events, and annual enrollment activities. • Help maintain regulatory compliance by reviewing benefit records, supporting required testing activities, and partnering with compliance stakeholders on changing federal and state requirements. • Contribute to Open Enrollment by assisting with planning, system configuration reviews, testing, and employee communication efforts alongside cross-functional teams and vendors. • Update benefits systems, plan-related documentation, and employee materials to keep information accurate, current, and easy to access. • Recommend and implement improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen consistency, and enhance the employee experience within benefits processes. • Create, refine, and maintain standard operating procedures for benefits and leave administration tasks to support accuracy and continuity. • Oversee benefit payroll and arrears-related files, working closely with leave administration partners to ensure correct deductions, direct billing, reconciliation, and recovery support when needed.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Minneapolis, Virginia
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support core employee benefits operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This opportunity is well suited for someone with early-career experience in HR or benefits administration who can stay organized, respond promptly to employee needs, and manage recurring processes with minimal supervision. The role focuses on benefits coordination, vendor communication, documentation accuracy, and day-to-day administrative support across multiple systems. Responsibilities: • Manage daily administrative activities tied to employee benefit programs, ensuring records and requests are handled accurately and on time. • Assist with open enrollment by preparing materials, answering employee questions, resolving issues, and processing related updates. • Coordinate transportation benefit administration, including transit passes, pre-tax commuting options, and parking support for eligible employees. • Review and complete transportation-related requests while working with external vendors to maintain accurate and timely processing. • Provide support for long-term disability administration by preparing required documentation, responding to follow-up inquiries, and sharing information with the appropriate provider. • Handle benefits invoicing tasks by retrieving billing details from vendor portals, organizing backup documentation, and supplying information to finance partners for payment processing. • Gather and verify information needed to support timely vendor payments and reduce delays in accounts payable workflows. • Track assigned employee and vendor requests through completion, using established procedures, internal guidance, and available documentation to research and resolve issues. • Offer broader operational and administrative assistance to the Benefits team as priorities shift and business needs arise.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Rochester, New York
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to administer and support employee benefits programs, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and provide excellent service to employees regarding benefit-related questions and enrollments. This role works closely with Human Resources, payroll, vendors, and employees to maintain accurate benefits records and support benefits strategy and operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and wellness plans</li><li>Support new hire enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and annual open enrollment processes</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits eligibility, coverage, and claims issues</li><li>Maintain accurate employee benefits records in HRIS and benefits administration systems</li><li>Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and benefits-related updates</li><li>Liaise with external benefits providers, brokers, and vendors to resolve issues and manage plan administration</li><li>Assist with benefits communications, educational materials, and employee presentations</li><li>Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including COBRA, FMLA, ACA, HIPAA, and ERISA</li><li>Audit benefits data and invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support reporting, reconciliation, and documentation related to benefits programs</li><li>Assist with leave of absence administration and related employee support, as needed</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and special HR or benefits projects</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Clearwater, Florida
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Benefits Specialist to join a government organization on a contract basis through approximately November. This fully onsite opportunity will support the Human Resources team during the open enrollment period, helping employees and retirees understand their options and complete benefit selections accurately. The ideal candidate brings strong benefits administration experience, works confidently in Workday, and communicates clearly with a service-focused approach. Responsibilities: • Guide employees and retirees through benefit options during open enrollment by providing individualized support and clear plan explanations. • Respond to questions related to health, dental, life, retirement, and other available benefit programs in a detail-oriented and timely manner. • Enter and update benefit elections and qualifying life event changes in Workday with a high level of accuracy. • Assist retirees with benefit selection paperwork and ensure all interactions and updates are documented thoroughly. • Review supporting materials, including authorization documents such as Power of Attorney forms, to confirm completeness and compliance. • Maintain organized records and track benefit-related activity to support timely processing and accurate administration. • Use Excel to monitor enrollments, maintain logs, and provide day-to-day administrative support for the benefits function. • Collaborate closely with the broader benefits team to deliver an efficient and positive open enrollment experience. • Adjust scheduling as needed during peak enrollment periods to accommodate employee appointments while maintaining service standards.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Irvine, California
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Temporary to Hire
34.257 - 39.666 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to join a team in Irvine, California in a Contract to Permanent role. This position supports the delivery of employee benefits programs by helping with enrollments, employee inquiries, records management, and benefits system activity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a service-oriented approach, and the ability to manage several priorities while contributing to a positive employee experience. Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day support for health, retirement, life, disability, and voluntary benefit programs while ensuring employees receive accurate and timely assistance. • Investigate and resolve issues related to enrollments, eligibility, carrier connections, billing questions, and claims concerns. • Guide employees through benefits processes and help them use benefits administration tools effectively. • Process benefits-related events such as employee enrollments, life status changes, and open enrollment activities while monitoring deadlines and documentation requirements. • Partner with HR teams and internal stakeholders to verify data accuracy, reconcile records, and address discrepancies with carriers or system files. • Assist with audits, testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance for HRIS and benefits administration platforms, including support for system updates or implementations when needed. • Coordinate assigned benefits projects by tracking milestones, organizing communications, maintaining documentation, and following through on action items. • Contribute to process improvements, employee communications, wellness initiatives, and compliance reporting to strengthen consistency and engagement across the organization.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Springfield, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Benefits Specialist to support a broad range of people operations. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can balance employee support, HR administration, and benefits coordination while maintaining organized processes and strong compliance practices. The role will partner with leaders and employees to address workplace matters, oversee core HR activities, and help ensure a positive and efficient employee experience. Apply today! Responsibilities:• Guide employees and supervisors on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters with sound judgment.• Oversee day-to-day HR administration, including maintaining personnel records, processing status changes, and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.• Coordinate benefits-related activities such as enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries while helping staff understand available programs.• Manage onboarding activities for new hires, including pre-employment coordination, orientation support, and completion of required HR paperwork.• Administer leave of absence processes by tracking requests, communicating requirements, and supporting employees through each stage of the leave cycle.• Maintain and update HRIS data to support reporting accuracy, employee record integrity, and efficient HR operations.• Partner with management to resolve employee issues, recommend appropriate actions, and promote a respectful and compliant work environment.• Prepare HR reports, monitor key employee data, and support audits or process updates related to human resources programs.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Brea, California
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for someone with 2–4 years of hands-on employee benefits and/or HR experience who can jump in and support the Benefits Manager across a portfolio of approximately 23 brands.The ideal candidate will have experience with:• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), and voluntary benefits • New hire enrollment and qualifying life events • Open enrollment and benefits administration • Employee questions and benefits issue resolution • Eligibility, carrier, billing, claims, and enrollment discrepancies • HRIS and/or benefits administration systems • Benefits reporting, audits, and data reconciliation • Basic ACA compliance knowledge • Excel and Microsoft Office • Managing multiple projects, deadlines, and follow-ups • Working with HR, payroll, carriers, vendors, and employees
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Benefits Consultant

Los Angeles, California
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 57 USD / Hourly
A healthcare company is seeking an experienced Benefits Administrator / Benefits Consultant to evaluate, support, and optimize employee benefits programs. This Benefits Consultant is responsible for reviewing current benefits offerings, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, analyzing plan effectiveness, and providing strategic recommendations to improve plan design, administration, governance, and employee experience.The Benefits Consultant will bring strong expertise in benefits administration and consulting, including plan review, vendor management, compliance, cost analysis, and benefits strategy. Experience working in complex, multi-site environments and with diverse employee populations is highly valued. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and assess employee benefits programs for effectiveness, compliance, and competitiveness</li><li>Evaluate plan documentation, policies, procedures, and governance practices</li><li>Analyze benefits plan costs, utilization trends, and participation data</li><li>Recommend improvements to plan design, benefits administration processes, and overall program structure</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, plan consolidation, and operational efficiencies</li><li>Benchmark benefits offerings against market and industry standards</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local benefits laws and regulations, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and related requirements</li><li>Support benefits administration activities such as eligibility, enrollment, plan configuration, employee communications, and issue resolution</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to improve service delivery and accountability</li><li>Review and monitor vendor performance, contracts, and service-level expectations</li><li>Provide guidance related to benefits governance, reporting, and strategic planning</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership</li><li>Develop short- and long-term benefits strategies and implementation roadmaps</li><li>Support special projects related to benefits transformation, audits, compliance reviews, or process improvements</li><li>Assist with retirement and ancillary benefit programs as needed</li></ul>Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and Sick Time Off.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Jersey City, New Jersey
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Compensation Analyst to support pay programs and compensation planning for our organization in Jersey City, New Jersey. This role focuses on market analysis, salary administration, compliance review, and year-end compensation activities while helping ensure pay practices remain competitive and aligned with business needs. The position also contributes to incentive planning and select executive compensation initiatives in a collaborative human resources environment. Responsibilities:• Evaluate compensation data from market sources to assess job leveling, pay positioning, and salary range alignment while balancing external benchmarks with internal consistency.• Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and compensation leadership to review pay recommendations for new hires, role changes, and market-based adjustments.• Perform exemption assessments and apply wage and hour guidelines to help maintain compliance with applicable labor standards.• Take part in compensation surveys and interpret results to support decisions on organizational pay competitiveness.• Contribute to annual compensation cycles by assisting with merit planning, incentive administration, data validation, employee communications, and related processing activities.• Support variable pay programs through analysis, payout calculations, and financial modeling tied to compensation budgets.• Assist with executive compensation work, including administration of long-term incentive programs and oversight of equity-related tools and processes.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Riverside, California
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support compensation programs for a leading manufacturing company. This Long-term Contract position is based in Riverside, California, and focuses on delivering accurate compensation analysis, program coordination, and payroll-related audit support across total rewards activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in compensation administration, and data-driven reporting within HRIS and payroll environments. some training may be provided to those with a solid foundation in 401K administrative and data management and human resources. Responsibilities:• Administer compensation programs, ensuring employees are supported through accurate processing and clear coordination of plan activities.• Analyze pay structures, salary data, and market information to help maintain competitive and internally consistent compensation practices.• Support annual compensation activities such as base pay reviews, incentive planning, commission-related updates, and total compensation analysis.• Coordinate retirement and savings programs, including 401(k), matching contributions, profit-sharing arrangements, and related payroll deductions.• Process and validate payroll-related transactions tied to benefits and compensation changes within HRIS and payroll systems.• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and data summaries using Excel to track trends, review plan activity, and support decision-making.• Assist with compensation benchmarking by participating in salary surveys and evaluating external market data against internal pay practices.• Maintain accurate employee records and support system updates within platforms such as SAP HR Payroll and SAP SuccessFactors HCM.• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to resolve compensation and benefits questions while ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Northbrook, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support benefits administration and compensation-related activities for a growing organization. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who brings hands-on experience with employee benefits, strong analytical skills, and a service-focused approach to supporting both employees and internal stakeholders. The role is primarily on site and offers a flexible start time within standard business hours to help support teams and clients across multiple time zones. Responsibilities: • Administer daily benefits operations, including enrollments, status changes, terminations, and employee support throughout the benefits lifecycle. • Coordinate open enrollment activities by preparing materials, answering employee questions, and helping ensure timely and accurate elections. • Review compensation and benefits data to identify discrepancies, support reporting needs, and maintain accurate records across HR systems. • Serve as a point of contact for leave-related matters, including FMLA coordination, documentation tracking, and communication with employees and partners. • Work closely with vendors, brokers, and internal teams to resolve benefits issues and improve the employee experience. • Support compensation and benefits analysis by gathering information, validating details, and assisting with recommendations or program updates. • Maintain and update employee information in PrismHR or similar HR platforms while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy. • Assist with process improvements, audits, and other administrative activities related to compensation and benefits programs.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll/Benefits Specialist

Ankeny, Iowa
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
About the Opportunity:Join our growing, collaborative HR team in a critical role supporting weekly payroll processing and HR operations for multiple companies across multiple states. You’ll be a go-to resource for employees and managers, ensuring smooth payroll cycles and assisting team members with benefits, onboarding, compliance, and more. This is your chance to make a direct impact on employee experience while advancing your HR career in a company that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare multi-state payrolls – accuracy and timeliness are key!</li><li>Maintain HRIS records, including wages, tax withholdings, bonuses, deductions, and employee changes.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for payroll and benefit inquiries, resolving issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Support onboarding/offboarding: direct deposit setup, I-9 verifications, terminations, benefit communication, and exit processes.</li><li>Administer referral and bonus programs, keeping trackers current and ensuring timely payments.</li><li>Run reports, support finance/payroll reconciliation, and respond to payroll data requests.</li><li>Oversee benefit and 401(k) enrollment, life event changes, open enrollment support, and employee education on benefit plans.</li><li>Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, managing confidential employee files securely.</li><li>Provide general HR support: policies, procedures, employee relations documentation, supply orders, and org chart updates.</li></ul>Why Work With Us?<ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package.</li><li>Collaborative, supportive team culture.</li><li>Opportunities for learning and advancement within HR.</li><li>Make a difference across the organization by driving accuracy, compliance, and employee satisfaction.</li></ul>
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Benefits and Payroll Specialist

South Gate, California
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Generalist with a strong focus on recruitment, employee relations, and preferably experience in payroll. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and English, possessing excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of HR principles and practices. This role will play a critical part in fostering a positive work environment, supporting employee development, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. **Key Responsibilities: 1. **Recruitment and Selection:**- Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including job posting, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations.- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.- Coordinate and participate in job fairs, networking events, and other recruitment initiatives.- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. 2. **Employee Relations:**- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution.- Conduct investigations into employee complaints or grievances, and recommend appropriate solutions in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.- Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on HR-related matters.- Assist in the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives. 3. **Payroll Administration:**- Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.- Maintain payroll records and resolve any discrepancies or issues that may arise.- Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and budget management. 4. **Compliance and Policy Adherence:**- Stay current with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and ensure company policies and procedures remain compliant.- Conduct regular audits of HR processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure consistency and fairness. 5. **Training and Development:**- Assist in the development and delivery of training programs on HR topics, such as diversity and inclusion, performance management, and compliance.- Support employee development initiatives, including performance evaluations and career development plans.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Early Retirement Benefits Specialist

Boston, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Early Retirement Benefits Specialist to support retirement and leave-related benefits administration for an education-focused organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This Contract position will play a key role in guiding employees through benefit processes, reviewing eligibility, and helping ensure accurate coordination of retirement, leave, and related programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, practical knowledge of benefits operations, and a service-oriented approach to resolving employee questions and maintaining compliance. Responsibilities: • Administer early retirement and related benefit programs by reviewing participant information, confirming eligibility, and ensuring timely processing of benefit actions. • Coordinate benefits activities across retirement, leave, and compensation-related programs to support accurate enrollment, updates, and employee communications. • Analyze benefit data and documentation to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain dependable records for reporting and administration. • Serve as a point of contact for employees and internal stakeholders by answering questions about retirement options, benefit coverage, and leave-related matters including FMLA. • Partner with HR, payroll, and other relevant teams to ensure benefit transactions are aligned with compensation details and organizational policies. • Prepare and maintain reports, files, and supporting documentation to help monitor program activity, compliance requirements, and case status. • Review benefit procedures and recommend process improvements that strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience. • Support special projects and operational updates related to benefits administration, including changes to workflows, documentation, or systems when needed.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Benefits Coordinator

New York, New York
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Coordinator to join a busy Total Rewards team in New York, New York. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a high-volume environment and contribute quickly across leave programs, benefits operations, and related employee support. The role is fully onsite and offers the chance to make an immediate impact while helping maintain accurate, responsive administration for a large employee population. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day leave of absence processes for employees, ensuring cases are tracked accurately and handled in a timely manner. • Support administration of health and welfare benefit programs, including employee enrollment activity, updates, and issue resolution. • Coordinate workers’ compensation activities by maintaining documentation, monitoring case status, and partnering with internal stakeholders as needed. • Use Excel and Microsoft Office tools to maintain organized records, reporting trackers, and benefit-related data for a high-volume workload. • Respond to employee and manager questions regarding benefits and leave programs with clear, thorough communication. • Assist the Total Rewards team with ongoing operational support as they manage a substantial number of active leave cases. • Review benefit information for accuracy and follow up on discrepancies to help ensure compliant and efficient administration.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Benefits Coordinator

Rochester, New York
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Temporary / Contract
22.1635 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Coordinator to support employee benefits administration for a healthcare organization in Rochester, New York. This Contract position focuses on delivering accurate, responsive assistance across benefit programs while helping employees understand enrollment, leave, and continuation coverage processes. The ideal candidate brings strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and experience working with compensation and benefits activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs and ensure records are maintained accurately and on time. • Guide employees through benefit enrollment, updates, and eligibility changes by providing clear and timely support. • Manage COBRA-related activities, including notifications, documentation, and coordination with applicable vendors or internal stakeholders. • Coordinate leave of absence cases by tracking required paperwork, monitoring timelines, and communicating next steps to employees and managers. • Support compensation and benefits processes by helping maintain program data and responding to routine questions about coverage and policies. • Review benefit information for accuracy, follow up on discrepancies, and assist with issue resolution to promote a smooth employee experience. • Partner with HR and other departments to ensure benefits processes align with organizational requirements and service expectations.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Benefits Coordinator

Cleveland, Virginia
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Coordinator to support retirement and leave administration for employees in Cleveland, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to a university environment by helping staff navigate benefit programs, absence-related processes, and enrollment questions with accuracy and care. The role works closely with benefits leadership and requires strong knowledge of compliance standards, clear communication skills, and a service-focused approach. This position is primarily remote with in-office attendance expected for training and as needed, with on-site support strongly preferred ahead of the fall semester. Responsibilities: • Partner with benefits leadership to coordinate retirement and leave of absence programs for permanent and part-time employees, ensuring consistent and timely administration. • Create, revise, and share employee-facing materials that explain benefit offerings, while maintaining clear internal process documentation. • Respond to employee questions regarding enrollment, qualifying life events, plan options, and general benefits matters with professionalism and empathy. • Support benefits processing activities through accurate data entry, routine reporting, and audits designed to preserve data quality. • Assist with administrative tasks tied to carrier file transmissions, vendor invoicing, and post-payroll funding activities as needed. • Review and reconcile HR and benefits information to help confirm alignment with organizational policies and applicable regulations. • Provide guidance to employees throughout leave-related processes, including cases involving out-of-state considerations when applicable. • Deliver presentations or informational sessions that help employees better understand available benefit and absence programs. • Perform additional related duties that support the overall success of benefits and absence administration.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Fall River, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll operations and dependable benefits administration for a well-respected manufacturing client. This permanent role works closely with finance and human resources to maintain employee pay data, uphold regulatory compliance, and deliver a high standard of service across the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience managing payroll processes in a multi-state environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay schedules, ensuring each payroll is completed accurately and on time.• Maintain employee payroll records by updating hires, separations, transfers, compensation adjustments, deductions, and other status changes in coordination with HR.• Review payroll results through audits and reconciliations, including earnings, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, garnishments, banking activity, and related general ledger entries.• Help manage benefits administration tasks by coordinating deductions, supporting employee inquiries, and ensuring payroll and benefits data remain aligned.• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to daily operations, including wage and hour rules, employee classification, unemployment requirements, and wage attachments.• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities such as tax submissions, W-2 preparation, applicable 1099 processing, audits, and required regulatory reporting.• Track payroll law updates across relevant jurisdictions, assess operational impact, and recommend procedural adjustments to maintain compliance.• Collaborate with HR and finance leadership to strengthen payroll procedures, documentation, internal controls, and scalable workflows, including support for added site locations and system-related process updates.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Chicago, Illinois
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a skilled Payroll & Benefits Administrator for an exciting opportunity with our client. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and HRIS systems. The Payroll & Benefits Administrator will manage bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, administer employee benefits, support audits, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, including garnishments, levies, and other payroll deductions.</li><li>Review, audit, and maintain employee timecards, including overtime, schedules, and PTO usage.</li><li>Serve as the subject matter expert for Paylocity or a similar HRIS/payroll system, resolving payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and support year-end processing, audits, and applicable filings.</li><li>Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, life events, open enrollment, and terminations.</li><li>Reconcile benefit invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and coordinate with vendors to ensure effective service delivery.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by HR leadership.</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 48 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support payroll and benefits operations for a multi-state workforce in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume payroll activity, maintain accurate records, and provide responsive support to employees and managers. The role also partners with internal teams and external vendors to help ensure payroll processing, benefit administration, reporting, and compliance activities are completed accurately and on schedule. Responsibilities: • Manage assigned portions of recurring and off-cycle payroll processing for employees working across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate completion. • Review and apply employee pay-related updates such as hires, separations, compensation changes, deductions, garnishments, leave adjustments, retroactive corrections, and one-time payments. • Validate payroll entries, reconcile payroll results, and investigate discrepancies to resolve routine and moderately complex issues. • Prepare payroll summaries, funding support, and related documentation while maintaining complete and organized payroll records. • Answer employee and leadership questions related to pay, deductions, accruals, garnishments, and payroll procedures, and support payroll setup during onboarding. • Administer benefit enrollment activity, status changes, qualifying life events, and terminations while keeping benefit records current and accurate. • Coordinate payroll-related benefit deductions, support open enrollment tasks, and work with vendors and internal partners to address administrative issues. • Assist with payroll and benefits reporting, audit support, year-end activities, tax notice research, and payroll-to-general-ledger reconciliation. • Serve as a knowledgeable user of payroll, benefits, HR, and timekeeping systems by supporting testing, troubleshooting, approved updates, and process improvements.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Gray Court, South Carolina
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Our client is look for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support accurate payroll operations and employee benefits administration for a multi-location workforce in South Carolina. This role plays an important part in delivering a dependable employee experience by ensuring pay practices, benefit transactions, and records are managed with care and precision. The ideal candidate brings knowledge of payroll compliance, benefits coordination, and employee support in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Administer payroll for employees across multiple locations, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with company policies.• Maintain payroll data by reviewing timekeeping details, tax withholdings, deductions, and other compensation-related records for completeness and accuracy.• Coordinate day-to-day benefits administration for programs such as medical coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, and other employer-sponsored offerings.• Guide employees through benefit enrollment activities, eligibility questions, plan changes, and important deadlines throughout the year.• Update benefits records in response to qualifying life events and other status changes, making sure documentation is processed correctly and promptly.• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, benefit coverage, and plan participation with clear and thorough communication.• Investigate payroll issues and benefits concerns, identify root causes, and work toward timely resolution of discrepancies.• Prepare records and supporting documents needed for internal reviews, audits, and compliance reporting related to payroll and benefits.• Monitor changes in payroll and benefits regulations and recommend process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Benefit Manager

Minneapolis, Minnesota
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Benefits Manager Remote Opportunity | Minneapolis/St. Paul Preferred Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Benefits Manager to join their Human Resources team. This is an exciting opportunity for a benefits professional who is ready to take ownership of a function, build strong partnerships, improve processes, and make a meaningful impact on the employee experience. The ideal candidate is someone who has developed a strong foundation in benefits and is looking for increased ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to influence how programs are managed and improved. This role will partner closely with HR leadership, vendors, brokers, and internal stakeholders to ensure benefits programs are effectively administered, communicated, and aligned with the needs of a growing organization. This is an individual contributor role with ownership of the benefits function. While there is no direct team management responsibility today, this role offers the opportunity to grow in scope and influence as the organization continues to expand. About the Opportunity The organization is a growing, multi-state employer with a large operational workforce. As the company continues to scale, they are investing in their HR infrastructure and creating dedicated ownership around benefits and employee experience initiatives. The Benefits Manager will oversee the day-to-day administration and ongoing improvement of employee benefit programs while also identifying opportunities to enhance communication, employee engagement, recognition efforts, wellbeing initiatives, and the overall employee experience. This position is remote; however, candidates located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area or Midwest region are preferred. The HR team comes together in person a few times per year for collaboration and team meetings. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Own the administration and ongoing improvement of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, voluntary benefits, and related programs</li><li>Manage relationships with benefits brokers, vendors, carriers, and external partners to ensure strong service delivery and program effectiveness</li><li>Lead annual open enrollment planning, communication, employee education, system readiness, and execution</li><li>Partner with HR, payroll, and internal teams to ensure accurate eligibility, enrollment, deductions, and employee data</li><li>Conduct benefits audits, reporting, and issue resolution to support accuracy and compliance</li><li>Serve as a resource for employees and leaders by providing clear, accessible benefits information and support</li><li>Translate complex benefits information into employee-friendly communications and resources</li><li>Evaluate current programs and recommend improvements based on employee feedback, utilization, and business needs</li><li>Support employee experience initiatives, including recognition programs, service awards, wellbeing efforts, and other engagement opportunities</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance communication, and create a stronger employee experience as the organization grows</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Benefits Administrator

West Reading, Pennsylvania
onsite
Temporary to Hire
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
A local organization is seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Administrator to support the administration of employee benefits, retirement programs, and related payroll functions. This role serves as a key resource for employees and retirees, ensuring accurate processing of benefit and retirement transactions while delivering exceptional customer service. This position is ideal for someone with experience in payroll, benefits administration, retirement plans, or HR operations who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and supporting employees throughout their career and retirement journey. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee and retiree questions related to benefits, retirement programs, deductions, payments, and eligibility.</li><li>Process benefit-related transactions, including enrollments, changes, beneficiary updates, and retirements.</li><li>Maintain and update employee and retiree records, including direct deposit information, tax withholding elections, contact information, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Coordinate retirement and pension-related payroll activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing.</li><li>Assist with retirement benefit calculations, estimates, and payment administration.</li><li>Review and reconcile benefit deductions, retirement payments, and payroll-related reports.</li><li>Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and supporting documentation related to benefits and retirement programs.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee, retiree, payroll, and financial information.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z