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Coordinator, Benefits, South Bend, IN
Responsible for assisting in administering and maintaining the Company's Benefit programs. Functions as a liaison between vendors and employees. Advises employees on eligibility, coverage and other benefit matters. Compiles and maintains benefit records, documents, and prepares reports. Essential Requirements: Responds to employees' questions and address any concerns they may have regarding the Company benefit programs. Processes 401(k) enrollments and distribution, loan, and hardship requests. Responsible for the funding and payment of benefit program invoices. Oversees the administration of COBRA, Wellness Program, and the Flexible Spending Account. Assists in the administration of the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Prepares and distributes regular benefits-related communications to employees via email and SharePoint site. Processes and maintains accurate employee benefit files. Verifies information provided by employee is correct. Records enrollments, terminations, and make employee changes in the payroll system. Assists with the annual enrollment process, including preparing and distributing materials, conducting meetings, and answering employee questions. Provides ongoing support for the HR and Benefits teams. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement of the position. Responsible for the completion of all compliance training related to the position. Must understand all applicable laws and regulations that apply to the position and comply with the requirements. Non-Essential Functions: Conducts training in orientation for New Hires. Prepares benefit packets for New Hires. Assists in the set-up of employee events and programs as necessary. Performs all other duties as assigned. Experience/Skills: Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience working with insurance vendors preferred. Working experience of basic accounting skills. Knowledge of HR concepts, practices and procedures, specifically HIPAA, COBRA, and ERISA. Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to be proactive, take initiative, monitor, follow through and meet deadlines on time. Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Good PC skills--proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel essential. Ability to protect the confidentiality/privacy of others, and of company documents and records. Education: High School Diploma/GED required. One (1) - three (3) years college preferred. Travel Requirements: Ability to travel as needed for meetings, projects, seminars, etc. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand and walk; use hands and fingers to operate keyboard and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Equipment: MS Office PC, fax, phone and standard office equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Responsible for assisting in administering and maintaining the Company's Benefit programs. Functions as a liaison between vendors and employees. Advises employees on eligibility, coverage and other benefit matters. Compiles and maintains benefit records, documents, and prepares reports. Essential Requirements: Responds to employees' questions and address any concerns they may have regarding the Company benefit programs. Processes 401(k) enrollments and distribution, loan, and hardship requests. Responsible for the funding and payment of benefit program invoices. Oversees the administration of COBRA, Wellness Program, and the Flexible Spending Account. Assists in the administration of the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Prepares and distributes regular benefits-related communications to employees via email and SharePoint site. Processes and maintains accurate employee benefit files. Verifies information provided by employee is correct. Records enrollments, terminations, and make employee changes in the payroll system. Assists with the annual enrollment process, including preparing and distributing materials, conducting meetings, and answering employee questions. Provides ongoing support for the HR and Benefits teams. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement of the position. Responsible for the completion of all compliance training related to the position. Must understand all applicable laws and regulations that apply to the position and comply with the requirements. Non-Essential Functions: Conducts training in orientation for New Hires. Prepares benefit packets for New Hires. Assists in the set-up of employee events and programs as necessary. Performs all other duties as assigned. Experience/Skills: Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience working with insurance vendors preferred. Working experience of basic accounting skills. Knowledge of HR concepts, practices and procedures, specifically HIPAA, COBRA, and ERISA. Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to be proactive, take initiative, monitor, follow through and meet deadlines on time. Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Good PC skills--proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel essential. Ability to protect the confidentiality/privacy of others, and of company documents and records. Education: High School Diploma/GED required. One (1) - three (3) years college preferred. Travel Requirements: Ability to travel as needed for meetings, projects, seminars, etc. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand and walk; use hands and fingers to operate keyboard and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Equipment: MS Office PC, fax, phone and standard office equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities