PWC Brand
Benefits & Leave Specialist
The Benefits & Leave Specialist will be located in our Little Rock, AR headquarters and be responsible for the coordination of the Company's benefit and leave management programs. Position reports to the Director of Payroll & Benefits. Job Summary: Demonstrate a high level of customer service while assisting with daily employee questions, issues, claims, and benefit education. Process new hire enrollments & life events. Review monthly invoices from carriers, maintain enrollment records, & monitor vendor data file feeds. Assist with the HRIS as it relates to benefits, enrollment, and other initiatives. Ensure compliance with Section 125, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA & other regulations. Assist with retirement plan administration and compliance on 401(k) plan in accordance with ERISA. Assist with non-qualified deferred compensation plans administration including employee education. Coordinate annual open enrollment including employee education, group enrollment sessions, and one-on-one enrollment with employees. Conduct benefit orientations for new employees, as needed. Complete federal and state reports, as needed, required, or requested. Conduct regular audits of benefit plan enrollments. Assist in management of employee reward programs. Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA. Track all employee FMLA, workers' compensation, and/or other similar leaves or absences while ensuring compliance with applicable law and Company policy. Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Other duties, projects, and/or programs as assigned. Demonstrated Skills: Customer service Detail-oriented Ability to work with a team Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preparing and maintaining records Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations Communicating complex and detailed reports and information Preparing reports timely and accurately Handling multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously Utilizing computer technology used for communication, data gathering and reporting Ability to audit large amounts of data Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience with payroll, benefit, and leave management software Perks and Benefits at Priority Wire and Cable: Competitive salary Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions Life Insurance 100% paid for Employee Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 401(k) Plan Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation Paid Holidays AND PTO Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available Qualifications and Essential Functions: Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business or related field. In lieu of education, equivalent experience/training/certification may be substituted. 3+ years of experience in employee benefits and leave administration. Knowledge of FLSA, ERISA regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws pertaining to benefits administration. Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching. Capability of sight and hearing required. Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Priority Wire & Cable is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor, or take over sponsorship, of employment visas. If hired, you must provide proof that you are legally authorized to work in the US. Priority Wire & Cable is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The Benefits & Leave Specialist will be located in our Little Rock, AR headquarters and be responsible for the coordination of the Company's benefit and leave management programs. Position reports to the Director of Payroll & Benefits. Job Summary: Demonstrate a high level of customer service while assisting with daily employee questions, issues, claims, and benefit education. Process new hire enrollments & life events. Review monthly invoices from carriers, maintain enrollment records, & monitor vendor data file feeds. Assist with the HRIS as it relates to benefits, enrollment, and other initiatives. Ensure compliance with Section 125, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA & other regulations. Assist with retirement plan administration and compliance on 401(k) plan in accordance with ERISA. Assist with non-qualified deferred compensation plans administration including employee education. Coordinate annual open enrollment including employee education, group enrollment sessions, and one-on-one enrollment with employees. Conduct benefit orientations for new employees, as needed. Complete federal and state reports, as needed, required, or requested. Conduct regular audits of benefit plan enrollments. Assist in management of employee reward programs. Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA. Track all employee FMLA, workers' compensation, and/or other similar leaves or absences while ensuring compliance with applicable law and Company policy. Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Other duties, projects, and/or programs as assigned. Demonstrated Skills: Customer service Detail-oriented Ability to work with a team Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preparing and maintaining records Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations Communicating complex and detailed reports and information Preparing reports timely and accurately Handling multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously Utilizing computer technology used for communication, data gathering and reporting Ability to audit large amounts of data Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience with payroll, benefit, and leave management software Perks and Benefits at Priority Wire and Cable: Competitive salary Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions Life Insurance 100% paid for Employee Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 401(k) Plan Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation Paid Holidays AND PTO Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available Qualifications and Essential Functions: Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business or related field. In lieu of education, equivalent experience/training/certification may be substituted. 3+ years of experience in employee benefits and leave administration. Knowledge of FLSA, ERISA regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws pertaining to benefits administration. Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching. Capability of sight and hearing required. Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Priority Wire & Cable is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor, or take over sponsorship, of employment visas. If hired, you must provide proof that you are legally authorized to work in the US. Priority Wire & Cable is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.