Job Summary:

The HR/Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration of Elevanta’s unique self-funded employee benefits program. Working in a team and collaborative environment, this position works in our benefit service center managing our complex program. The HR/Benefits Manager has frequent contact with employer groups participating in the program and must possess a working knowledge of employee benefits programs and government regulations. 

Job Duties:

• Processes benefit changes on a daily basis
• Coordinates program open enrollment
• Handles COBRA administration
• Identifies and recommends changes in polices and procedures
• Implementation of new groups
• Handles data transfers with ASO provider
• Resolves claim discrepancies with ASO provider
• Prepares and distributes invoices to all franchisee members ensuring enrollment changes and qualify events are processed accurately 
• Research monthly billing discrepancies for members
• Verifies the calculation of the monthly premium statement for all group insurance policies and maintains statistical data relative to premiums, claims and costs
• Oversees preparation of annual 5500 filings
• Direct liaison with franchisee-members, handling calls and resolving issues
• Resolves administrative problems with the carrier representatives
• Works with HRIS provider to implement annual plan changes
• Maintains files of history, data, correspondence, reports and forms
• Oversees record keeping and retrieval methods in compliance with government regulations
• Keeps current on regulations pertaining to the Affordable Care Act, COBRA and the Department of Labor that may affect the program and/or its participants

Qualifications

• Four-year college level degree in human resources or related field
• 5+ years in benefits or related benefits administration
• CEBS certification, or equivalent work experience
• Must have experience and knowledge of PC-based computer systems with a strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of company and departmental policies and procedures

Travel: The travel requirements for this position are minimal, if any.