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15 results for Benefits Specialist in Chicago, IL

Benefits Specialist
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrollment changes, eligibility updates, and routine issue resolution for employees.<br>• Coordinate benefit program operations by partnering with internal teams, vendors, and employees to maintain accurate and timely service.<br>• Support open enrollment planning and execution by preparing materials, answering questions, and validating elections.<br>• Manage FMLA and related leave processes by tracking documentation, monitoring timelines, and communicating next steps to employees.<br>• Review benefits data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to improve administration.<br>• Assist with compensation and benefits reporting by compiling information and helping maintain reliable records in Dayforce.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding coverage, plan options, and benefits procedures in a clear and thorough manner.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Compensation &amp; Benefits Specialist
  • Northbrook, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Compensation &amp; 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer daily benefits operations, including enrollments, status changes, terminations, and employee support throughout the benefits lifecycle.<br>• Coordinate open enrollment activities by preparing materials, answering employee questions, and helping ensure timely and accurate elections.<br>• Review compensation and benefits data to identify discrepancies, support reporting needs, and maintain accurate records across HR systems.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for leave-related matters, including FMLA coordination, documentation tracking, and communication with employees and partners.<br>• Work closely with vendors, brokers, and internal teams to resolve benefits issues and improve the employee experience.<br>• Support compensation and benefits analysis by gathering information, validating details, and assisting with recommendations or program updates.<br>• Maintain and update employee information in PrismHR or similar HR platforms while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.<br>• Assist with process improvements, audits, and other administrative activities related to compensation and benefits programs.
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Payroll &amp; Benefits Administrator</strong> 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 &amp; 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. </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-26T00:00:00Z
Global Benefits Analyst
  • Itasca, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 30 - 33.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Global Benefits Analyst to join an organization in Itasca, Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports employee benefits and leave programs across multiple international regions, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and operational partnership. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with global benefits administration, vendor coordination, reporting, and payroll-related processes tied to employee benefit changes and final payments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer employee benefit programs across several international locations, ensuring plans are delivered accurately and consistently in alignment with regional practices.</p><p>• Oversee global leave administration, including coordination of cases, tracking of statuses, and adherence to applicable legal and policy requirements.</p><p>• Partner with payroll teams to support benefit-related deductions, adjustments, and final pay processing connected to employee separations or status changes.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external brokers, carriers, and benefit vendors to resolve issues, maintain service levels, and support ongoing program administration.</p><p>• Review invoices and perform billing reconciliation to confirm benefit charges are accurate, researched, and resolved in a timely manner.</p><p>• Monitor compliance requirements related to global benefits and leave programs, helping ensure processes meet country-specific regulations and documentation standards.</p><p>• Produce reports and analyze benefits data to identify trends, support decision-making, and improve operational visibility for stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as a subject matter resource for ADP Workforce Now and related benefits processes, assisting with administration, issue resolution, and data integrity efforts.</p>
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Insurance Billing Specialist
  • Mundelein, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Medical Billing Specialist
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Medical Billing Specialist to support billing operations for a skilled nursing environment in Downers Grove, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on accurate claims processing, reimbursement follow-up, and account maintenance across Medicaid, Medicare, managed care, and private-pay billing. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of long-term care revenue cycle practices, works confidently in PointClickCare, and communicates effectively with residents, families, payers, and agency representatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage resident billing activities for skilled nursing and long-term care services, ensuring charges are entered accurately and processed on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and submit claims to Medicaid, Medicare, managed care organizations, and private-pay sources while tracking timely reimbursement.</p><p>• Review census updates, coverage changes, admissions, discharges, transfers, and authorizations to keep resident accounts current and correct.</p><p>• Investigate denied claims, payment differences, and billing exceptions, then take corrective action to resolve outstanding issues.</p><p>• Oversee Medicaid eligibility follow-up, renewal tracking, and documentation status in coordination with residents, families, case workers, and state agencies.</p><p>• Monitor aging receivables and pursue collection efforts on unpaid balances with insurers, government programs, and responsible parties.</p><p>• Reconcile billing activity, payments, and related resident financial records to support accurate account balances and reporting.</p><p>• Use PointClickCare to maintain payer information, account activity, and census details, and generate reports for leadership review.</p><p>• Partner with admissions, clinical, and finance teams to improve billing accuracy and maintain compliance with facility, state, and federal requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $25. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Patient Access Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 16.625 - 19.25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Patient Access Specialist to support front-end patient access operations for a healthcare team in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on creating a smooth patient experience by coordinating registration, scheduling, and insurance-related intake activities with accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate will be comfortable assisting patients directly, managing administrative details, and maintaining complete information within the EHR system.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome patients and guide them through registration and intake steps while ensuring all required information is collected accurately.<br>• Coordinate appointment bookings, updates, and cancellations to help maintain an organized and efficient patient schedule.<br>• Review demographic and coverage details with patients and enter complete, accurate records into the EHR system.<br>• Verify medical insurance information prior to visits and communicate coverage-related issues or missing details when needed.<br>• Provide clear assistance to patients regarding forms, appointment procedures, and general access-related questions.<br>• Maintain patient records by updating registrations, confirming documentation, and resolving routine discrepancies in account information.<br>• Support daily patient registrar activities to help ensure timely check-in, check-out, and overall access workflow completion.
  • 2026-08-17T00:00:00Z
AP Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong>              </p><p> </p><p>The A/R Specialist will manage the timely and accurate collection of customer receivables for the Organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collection, processing, and reconciliation of outstanding receivables. position supports the Company’s objectives through building relationships with customers, working cross-functionally with departments and monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor the accurate and timely generation of customer invoices, ensuring compliance with established billing policies and procedures.</li><li>Review and verify the accuracy of invoices and other billing documents.</li><li>Maintain consistent communication with contact(s) at customer to ensure prompt payment and resolve any outstanding payment issues.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned customer accounts to identify and address discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Investigate and resolve customer inquiries related to billing discrepancies or account issues.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reporting, including aging analysis and collection forecasts.</li><li>Monitor and track customer payment trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities for process improvement.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Stay up to date with industry best practices and regulations related to accounts receivable and billing.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>
  • 2026-08-17T00:00:00Z
Credentialing Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Credentialing Specialist to support provider enrollment and reappointment activities. This long-term contract position focuses on coordinating accurate, timely credentialing documentation, maintaining provider records, and helping ensure licenses and certifications remain current. The ideal candidate brings strong follow-through, sound judgment, and the ability to work closely with providers and internal stakeholders to keep credentialing workflows on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Experience in NCQA Credentialing for the state of IL</p><p>• Guide healthcare providers through initial credentialing and recredentialing submissions, ensuring all required materials are completed and returned within established timelines.</p><p>• Examine application packets for accuracy and completeness, then follow up promptly to resolve missing information or supporting documentation.</p><p>• Encourage timely submission of signed applications, aiming to secure completed paperwork within 10 days of the original request.</p><p>• Partner with credentialing team members to gather outstanding records and keep processing deadlines on track.</p><p>• Enter and maintain provider profiles in credentialing platforms and databases, ensuring information remains current and reliable.</p><p>• Produce recurring reports on upcoming expirations for licenses, certifications, and related credentials so renewal activity can begin early.</p><p>• Monitor renewal status for medical licenses, board certifications, liability coverage, and other required credentials to prevent lapses.</p><p>• Escalate unresolved expiration issues as needed and communicate with providers and medical staff offices to confirm active licensure and privileges.</p>
  • 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
IT Support Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Help Desk/Desktop Support Analyst to provide dependable technical support for a non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on resolving day-to-day user issues, maintaining endpoint stability, and ensuring staff can effectively use core workplace technologies. The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting skills, a service-oriented mindset, and hands-on experience supporting Microsoft environments and device management tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Deliver front-line technical assistance for hardware, software, and access-related issues submitted through the service desk.<br>• Diagnose and resolve problems involving Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365 applications, and user account access in a timely manner.<br>• Administer and support devices through Microsoft Intune, including configuration, policy enforcement, and endpoint troubleshooting.<br>• Manage user accounts, permissions, and directory-related tasks within Active Directory.<br>• Support ChromeOS and other end-user devices to maintain reliable functionality across the organization.<br>• Track, update, and close service desk tickets while keeping users informed on progress and next steps.<br>• Escalate complex incidents when needed and collaborate with internal teams to achieve effective resolutions.<br>• Document recurring issues, solutions, and support procedures to improve service consistency and response efficiency.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Palatine, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>·        Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</p><p>·        Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</p><p>·        Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</p><p>·        Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</p><p>·        Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</p><p>·        Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</p><p>·        Maintain employee payroll files</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>The best way to beat the heat is in a new role that pays more!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><p>o Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.</p><p>o  Review and validate timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits, and adjustments prior to final submission.</p><p>o  Maintain payroll records and support payroll onboarding/offboarding activities.</p><p>o Reconcile the payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger for all entities. o Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.</p><p>o  Investigate and resolve discrepancies in partnership with the Accounting/Finance team.</p><p>o Remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes accurately and on schedule.</p><p>o  Prepare and submit government reporting and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.</p><p>o  Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies.</p><p>o  Set up payroll in new states, if required.</p><p>o Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements, including W-2s and other payroll-related filings.</p><p>o  Prepare annual W-2 reconciliations for tax workpapers.</p><p>o  Generate customized payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership as needed.</p><p>o Maximize functionality and efficiency within ADP Workforce Now.</p><p>o  Identify opportunities for process enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, controls, and operating efficiency.</p><p>o  Administer Concur and ensure efficient processing of employee reimbursements.</p><p>o  Support audits and special projects as needed.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Mortgage Payoff Specialist
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 45000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Mortgage Payoff Specialist to support loan payoff administration and collateral release activities for our servicing operations in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will help ensure paid-in-full loans are handled accurately, borrower refunds are processed correctly, and lien release documentation is completed on time. The ideal candidate brings a strong service mindset, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work within established mortgage servicing standards and client guidelines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate mortgage payoff statements by reviewing loan data, fees, interest, and other applicable balances.</p><p>• Track loans approaching maturity or final payment and send required notices to borrowers in a timely manner.</p><p>• Resolve payoff shortages by communicating outstanding amounts and coordinating follow-up until balances are cleared.</p><p>• Complete paid-in-full processing, including confirmation notices and related account updates within servicing records.</p><p>• Calculate and issue surplus funds, borrower refunds, and other disbursements connected to loan payoff activity.</p><p>• Create, submit, and monitor lien release, satisfaction, reconveyance, and similar collateral documents through the appropriate recording channels.</p><p>• Investigate payoff discrepancies, account questions, and exceptions raised by borrowers, clients, attorneys, title partners, or internal teams.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate documentation in servicing platforms while supporting quality reviews and issue resolution efforts.</p>
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
Tax and Insurance Escrow Specialist
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax and Insurance Escrow Specialist to support mortgage servicing operations in northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will help manage tax, insurance, flood, and escrow activities while keeping loan information accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate brings strong servicing knowledge, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach when working with borrowers, vendors, clients, and internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage property tax, insurance premium, and other escrow-related disbursements with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Review exception reporting for tax, insurance, flood, and escrow items, then take appropriate action to resolve outstanding issues.</p><p>• Update servicing platforms with current tax, insurance, flood, and escrow information to maintain complete and accurate loan records.</p><p>• Examine tax bills, insurance documents, renewal notices, cancellations, and related correspondence and apply necessary account updates.</p><p>• Communicate with borrowers, insurance representatives, taxing authorities, vendors, and clients to gather documentation and clear pending matters.</p><p>• Assist with annual escrow analysis, borrower notices, and ongoing account maintenance activities tied to escrow administration.</p><p>• Handle lender-placed insurance tasks in accordance with client expectations and departmental standards.</p><p>• Monitor non-escrow loans for tax and insurance compliance and follow up when coverage or payment exceptions arise.</p><p>• Prepare reports, written correspondence, and account documentation while recording interactions and supporting quality review efforts.</p>
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
Insurance Coverage Attorney
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We&#39;re partnering with a large, national AV-rated law firm who is seeking to hire an Associate Attorney with at least 2-4+ years of experience to join their third-party property coverage group in Chicago. This firm specializes in insurance coverage and defense litigation with 15 offices across the US. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the insurance business with prior experience handling insurance coverage, preferably third-party property coverage. Responsibilities of the position include assessing coverage issues, drafting coverage opinions, litigating coverage disputes, taking/defending depositions, and drafting other legal documents. Our client offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule and a great team culture. The position is paying between $120-150K with strong bonus potential. In addition, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K (plus match), PTO, LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z