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Benefits Specialist
Advantage Solutions | |||||||||||||||||||
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) | |||||||||||||||||||
United States, California, Irvine | |||||||||||||||||||
May 02, 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||
Benefits Specialist Job Locations
US-CA-Irvine
Summary Benefit Specialist Remote in Central, Mountain, or Pacific time zone The Benefits Specialist oversees the administrative and compliance duties for the company's benefits programs, covering health and welfare as well as retirement plans. This involves ensuring adherence to ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and relevant Federal and/or State employment laws in the U.S. Additionally, the role extends support to benefit programs in Canada. Our Offerings Include:
Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
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Qualifications:
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled Responsibilities The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Position Summary The Benefits Specialist performs the day-to-day administrative and compliance functions for the Company's benefits programs, including health and welfare and retirement plans, in compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and applicable Federal and/or State employment laws in the U.S. The role will also support the benefit programs in Canada. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Benefit Plan Administration * The Benefits Specialist administers and communicates the company's benefits regarding plan options, policy features, enrollment and regulatory requirements. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Reports This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports Indirect Reports This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports Travel and/or Driving Requirements Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job Minimum Qualifications Education Level: (Preferred): Associate's Degree or equivalent job-related work experience Field of Study/Area of Experience: Human Resources Management or Business Administration
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities - Working knowledge of ERISA, DOL, IRS, COBRA, HIPAA, PPACA
- Solid knowledge of fundamental issues surrounding health and welfare and savings (401(k)) programs - Exceptional attention to detail and time management - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, self-directed, team-based environment. - Demonstrates empathy for personal circumstances of associates, while remaining objective. - Interpersonal savvy and ability to develop peer relationships - Ability to plan by incorporating good problem-solving skills and prioritizing to obtain results - Excellent communication skills both verbal and written; ability to explain programs/policies in a way that is understood by others - Strong analytical, financial skills, and problem-solving skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - excel spreadsheets, word processing, presentation development - Oracle, PeopleSoft, ADP or other HR system experience required Environmental & Physical Requirements Office / Sedentary Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law. Important Information The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law. CONNECT TO YOUR CAREER Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration. |