Benefits Manager - Normann Staffing

Benefits Manager

Location: Manhattan NY

Type: Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00

Hybrid: 3 days in the office 2 days remote

SUMMARY:

The Benefits Manager is primarily responsible for informing employees about the nature of benefits plans and any changes that happen to the structure of those benefits. They will answer questions and concerns that employees have about their benefits. They will maintain communication with insurance providers, monitor payroll deductions and revise benefit packages in compliance with employee needs. They may also give presentations and write information guides to aid employee understanding of new benefits packages and changes to the enrollment process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Process enrollments for union and nonunion staff quickly and accurately
• Review payroll deductions to assure accuracy especially 403b (pension)
• Resolve employee issues with benefits administrators and insurance providers
• Assist employees in enrolling in all benefits offered by the Institute including dental, vision and medical insurance and pension plans.
• Provide new hires with explanations of available benefits and instruct them on enrollment and fulfillment procedures
• Provide ongoing support for the HR staff regarding benefits
• Consult with employees about eligibility and other pertinent issues
• Ensure the Institute’s benefits policy is compliant with the set laws and regulations
• Assist employees with enrollment in benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement savings.
• Conduct presentations and meetings to explain benefits to employees.
• Liaise with insurance and savings providers on behalf of employees and the Institute.
• Answer questions or concerns from employees about their benefits.
• Keep employee benefits records up to date.
• Account the total cost to company of various benefits options.
• Ensuring that the company's benefits policy complies with laws and regulations.
• Informing employees of any changes to their benefits.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or related fields
• 3 – 5 years insurance/billing experience
• CBS (certified benefits specialist) preferred
• CMS (compensation management specialist) preferred
• GBA (group benefits associate) preferred
• RPA (Retirement plan associate preferred
• Basic computer and internet navigational skills
• Computer literacy with Windows-based operating systems and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HRIS system PayCom
• Bilingual Spanish preferred