Benefits Specialist Job in Bellevue, WA

Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support employee benefits operations for a long-term contract assignment based in Bellevue, Washington. In this role, you will help ensure benefit programs are administered accurately, employees receive timely support, and vendor-related issues are resolved efficiently. The position is ideal for someone with strong Workday experience, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage detailed tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Administer employee benefit transactions in Workday, ensuring accurate handling of enrollments, life event updates, and separation-related changes.
• Manage benefit payout calculations connected to employee job changes and departures, completing all related processing with precision.
• Partner with external benefit providers to investigate and resolve questions involving eligibility, enrollment status, and coverage matters.
• Assist with benefits support for newly hired employees and provide backup coverage for new employee orientation activities when needed.
• Examine benefits invoices for accuracy and submit them through the appropriate payment process in a timely manner.
• Contribute to workers' compensation administration by monitoring claims, coordinating with vendors and legal partners, supporting audits, and maintaining required reporting.
• Keep benefits records current and organized while delivering responsive, thorough support to employees and internal stakeholders.