Benefits Specialist - Golden State Foods

We are looking for a Senior Corporate Benefits Specialist who will administer and maintain the company benefits. They will act as a liaison between associates, vendors, and HR.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage 401(k) plan annual audits, IRS 5500 filing, weekly funding process, reconciliation, and Non-Discrimination Testing (NDT)
• Manage the preparation and compliance of government filings and other tax-reporting requirements, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
• Lead and manage the Annual Open Enrollment process (i.e., set-up of plan design changes in UKG Benefits Admin, coordinates HR Train the Trainer sessions, etc.). Assisting in the development and delivery of educational materials
• Provide responses to Corporate and field HR teams inquiries related to our benefits and procedures in a timely manner
• Coordinate and reconcile monthly/weekly billing
• Partner with brokers and GSF’s Benefits Consultants to understand and solve complex benefits issues
• Analyze benefits reports to address errors and collaborating with payroll, HR, and IT teams for effective resolutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve file integration issues, error reports, and enrollment system configurations
• Provide suggestions for continuous improvements in associates’ benefits education and overall benefit processes
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for benefits processes
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Human Resources, Education, or related field required from an accredited university and/or 4+ years of relevant work experience

Certifications

• SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP preferred
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CBES) preferred

Knowledge

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of broad HR/Benefits management subject matter
• Group medical/dental/vision plan administration
• Retirement/401(k) program administration

Skills

• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products and UKG (i.e., UKG Benefits Admin (PlanSource), UKG Pro, UKG Workforce Management (WFM))

Abilities

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with associates, vendors, etc.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and to foster teamwork with cross functional groups
• Handles complex issues and problems
• Has the ability to make logical decisions, carries out decisions
• Reports up potentially difficult or high-risk circumstances
• Proactive in suggesting improvements and driving process enhancement
• Strong attention to detail, and the ability to accurately deliver in a fast-paced environment
• High level of discretion with strong integrity and the ability to effectively manage and maintain the confidentiality of information