Benefits Manager

Description

• Administer the 401k plan, which includes assisting eligible employees with enrollment, loans, withdrawals, distributions and rollovers; directing the 401(k) education program, including the coordination and presentation of materials to employees both in person and online, coordinating and participating in 401k committee meetings; completing the annual audit, and working with consultants and outside counsel on various contract/compliance projects.
• Develop and communicate yearly programming of RMR’s wellness program.
• Assist as needed with the annual compensation review and share grant processes, including the implementation of benefit- and pay-related ADP changes.
• Manage the administration and enrollment of all benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary plans, FSA and 401k plans.
• Assist with the design, preparation, updates and distribution of employee benefits statements and other employee benefits communications.
• Oversee entry of new hires, terms, changes and other data maintenance in ADP and ensure necessary information is provided to Payroll.
• Manage annual open enrollment, which includes communicating plan information to employees (both electronically and via in-person and online meetings), troubleshooting throughout the employee enrollment process, and overseeing the processing of changes.
• Oversee COBRA administration, including notices, elections and terminations.
• Process employee workers’ compensation claims and invoices and prepare quarterly reports for Accounting and Real Estate Services.
• Run ad hoc reports as requested, including reports for HR, Real Estate Services and IT.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with benefits vendors and consultants; ensure that the administration of plans is effective and efficient.
• Manage leave of absences by answering employees’ questions, preparing FMLA and/or disability letters and paperwork, submitting required paperwork to insurance provider(s), following up with all parties as absences progress and providing updates to managers, Talent Managers and Payroll.
• Prepare and submit monthly eligibility reports for Wellness Provider and Health Advocate and ensure billing accuracy.
• Manage the tuition reimbursement program, including responding to inquiries, communicating the policy, and approving and processing employees’ tuition reimbursement requests.
• Provide information to employees and managers on all benefit-related questions; resolve all employee benefits issues/problems.
• Make any required open enrollment program changes in ADP Workforce Now, including carrier, plan design, and premium adjustments.
• Submit the funding, monitor monthly activity and complete the necessary reports for the FSA and HSA plans on a weekly basis.

Requirements

• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• 5 plus years related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with FMLA, Leaves of Absence, ADA is required.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. HRIS experience, particularly with the ADP Workforce Now system, is a plus.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workflow.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diverse population of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent.

Benefits

• Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
• Wide Array of Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits to choose from including Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection & Pet Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plans (FSA)
• Matching Gift Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Dental Insurance
• Parental Leave

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance