OverviewResponsible for overseeing benefit carrier performance for all health, welfare and retirement plans to ensure that plans are administered accurately. Manages the occupational and non-occupational leave benefits to ensure minimal employee absence and minimal corporate expense. Acts in the absence of the Manager, Benefits.
Responsibilities- Reviews qualified life event documentation and approves enrollment as appropriate
- Researches issues involving benefit eligibility, enrollment and payroll deduction errors and discrepancies. Discusses and resolves issues with benefit vendors. Provides phone and e-mail responses to all employees regarding benefit issues.
- Responsible for the review, reconciliation and payment of all benefit vendor invoices including Healthy San Francisco
- Prepares updated benefit communications i.e. SPD's, Annual Open Enrollment material etc
- Maintains and updates plan administrative procedures
- Assists in the implementation and maintenance of dependent eligibility audits
- Review and verifies monthly billing for health and welfare plans
- Review and resolves issues affecting the 401(K) plan including contributions, match and catch-up contributions
- Works closely with the Manager, Employee Benefits to resolve any ERISA or HIPPA compliance issues
- Develops and maintains relationships with Benefits vendors, communicates plan changes
- Advises and trains regional human resource representatives on Disability and Workers' Compensation laws and procedures
- Provides subject matter expertise regarding disability, workers' compensation, CBPS's leave policy and any other questions related to CBPS' benefit program
- Recommends pro-active programs to bring employees with medical work limitations back to work quickly, with as little expense to the company as possible
- Collaborates with corporate risk management on developing strategies to close workers compensation open claims
- Recommends ideas and processes to reduce costs in the area of Workers' Compensation
- Manages the salary continuation benefit for eligible exempt employees
- Administers the direct bill process for employees on leave. Follows up with employees who have not paid direct bill invoices and advises of cancellation policy
- Keeps informed of state and federal policy and law changes that may affect the benefits plans
- Assist with projects as required
- Acts in the absence of the Benefits Manager
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge required
- Minimum of 5 yrs. Benefits Administration experience with a strong knowledge of FMLA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, ADA and applicable federal and state laws
- Knowledge of all office equipment
- Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel and MS Access
- Knowledge of AS400 Infinium or similar HRIS system preferred
- Highly motivated self-starter with excellent oral & written communication skills
- Ability to set priorities/be confidential/organized/detail oriented
- Ability to handle stress and conflict & able to resolve issues effectively and confidentially
- Excellent customer service skills/great attitude/team player
- Excellent follow up skills
- Ability to be creative
- Ability to communicate accurately, clearly and effectively
- Excellent attention to detail
What We Offer: An opportunity to join an established team and be part of a successful and proven global organization!
A competitive compensation program!
Large Company Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/401K with a competitive company match!
Employee discounts on Canon products & vendor discount programs for employees!
World-Class Training & Career Development Programs!