Tree Guardians
Sr. Benefits Administrator - Tree Guardians - Remote
Tree Guardians, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Company Overview:
Tree Guardians is a tree and plant health care services platform focused on partnering with owners and operators to build a multi-regional, residential, and commercial tree care business.
Position Overview:
The Senior Benefits Administrator is responsible for managing, administering, and improving employee benefits programs to ensure they meet employee needs, are cost-effective, and are compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. This role acts as a key resource for employees, providing guidance and support related to benefits plans and processes, and serves as a liaison with vendors and insurance providers.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans (401k), wellness programs, and leaves of absence (FMLA, STD, LTD, etc.). Partner with brokers and vendors to manage plan renewals, open enrollment, and ongoing plan design changes. Lead the annual open enrollment process, including communications, system setup, employee meetings, and enrollment support. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, providing guidance and resolving complex issues. Maintain and audit employee benefit records in HRIS systems; ensure data integrity and timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations. Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate benefits deductions and related reporting. Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA). Reconcile monthly billing statements from insurance carriers; research and resolve discrepancies. Analyze benefit program effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvements. Prepare and deliver benefits-related reports and metrics to HR leadership and Finance teams. Support internal and external audits related to benefits. Stay current on industry trends and legal changes affecting employee benefits. Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 5+ years of experience administering employee benefits programs; experience at a senior or lead level strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of benefits regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, FMLA, etc.). Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. CEBS certification or progress toward certification a plus. Benefits: Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision 401(k) Paid time off Work Environment: Remote #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities:
Administer all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans (401k), wellness programs, and leaves of absence (FMLA, STD, LTD, etc.). Partner with brokers and vendors to manage plan renewals, open enrollment, and ongoing plan design changes. Lead the annual open enrollment process, including communications, system setup, employee meetings, and enrollment support. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, providing guidance and resolving complex issues. Maintain and audit employee benefit records in HRIS systems; ensure data integrity and timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations. Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate benefits deductions and related reporting. Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA). Reconcile monthly billing statements from insurance carriers; research and resolve discrepancies. Analyze benefit program effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvements. Prepare and deliver benefits-related reports and metrics to HR leadership and Finance teams. Support internal and external audits related to benefits. Stay current on industry trends and legal changes affecting employee benefits. Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 5+ years of experience administering employee benefits programs; experience at a senior or lead level strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of benefits regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, FMLA, etc.). Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. CEBS certification or progress toward certification a plus. Benefits: Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision 401(k) Paid time off Work Environment: Remote #J-18808-Ljbffr