Benefits Administrator

Description Benefits and Leave Administrator We are currently seeking a Benefits and Leave Administrator with 3+ years of dedicated leave administration experience. This role is integral to our team and requires an in-depth understanding of every step in the leave administration process from start to finish, without the need for an external vendor. Candidates will have demonstrated experience managing leaves of absence and benefits on a national scale, including the state of California and New York.Key Responsibilities:

Administrate and manage the end-to-end process for leaves of absence and benefits

Coordinate intake of leave requests including workers comp and send required notices, forms, letters, and determine associate eligibility

Inform, guide, and advise associates on benefit matters regarding eligibility and coverage. This will include maintaining accurate benefit records and proper documentation

Support the daily management of leaves related to: FMLA, Non FMLA, WC, ADA, Section 125, COBRA, HIPAA, IRS, Sick Time, and FLSA leave procedures

Intake and coordinate all open and upcoming leave of absence and workers comp including issuance and tracking of all applicable documentation maintenance of leave administration system, coordination and communication with carriers and internal stakeholders, (HR, Payroll, Management team)

Ensure accurate administration of leave plans in accordance with federal and state legal requirements

Calculate supplemental pay that coordinates with the Company's short term disability policy and in some cases, state payments, with a superior level of accuracy. Coordinate with the Payroll team to ensure proper payments and manage collection of any overpayments

Facilitate the tracking of unpaid, intermittent FMLA claims, including use of required paid time off, manager notification, and return-to-work

Continuously monitor and analyze data for any discrepancies or inconsistencies

Ongoing absence management when an associate is unable to return to work as expected or the return date is pending

Oversees the return-to-work process for associates returning from extended FMLA, Non FMLA, ADA, workers compensation, or other leave(s)

Audit internal record of leaves of absence and workers comp against outsourced disability vendor's records to ensure accuracy for the purpose of identifying and resolving discrepancies

Audit HRIS Benefit Premiums and work with associate’s payment schedule to ensure associate benefit premiums are being paid monthly

Liaise with various departments, including HR and Payroll, to ensure smooth operation

Preferably, have the capability to communicate effectively with union representatives

Requirements

Qualifications:

3+ years of comprehensive experience in benefits and leave administration, with a significant focus on LOA, ADA, workers compensation, FMLA, non-FMLA, and sick time management

Proven ability to handle national level administration, especially for California and New York

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to assess and monitor data

Experience with UKG, Kronos for payroll and the Microsoft Office Suite

Previous experience working with unions is a plus

Excellent communicative and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented and ability to multitask

If you are a dedicated Benefits and Leave Administrator seeking a fulfilling role in a dominant company, we would love to hear from you.! Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .