Benefits Administrator

Our client is a multi-location restaurant chain seeking a Benefits Administrator.

Are you organized, detail-oriented and great at communicating? Do you have stellar interpersonal skills and a knack for multitasking? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? As Benefits Administrator, you'll be part of a corporate human resources team, providing daily administrative support for benefit plans and programs. Key responsibilities for the role include the following:

• Administer company benefit plans, including medical, dental, disability and vacation
• Enroll eligible employees, process any terminations and changes to medical and dental plans, and coordinate the open enrollment process
• Resolve and respond to employees' inquiries and concerns related to medical and dental plans
• Comply with ACA requirements by tracking employees' eligibility for participation in the medical plan
• Hold weekly benefit plan orientation for new enrollees
• Coordinate COBRA benefits, unemployment claims, and leaves of absence such as short-term disability and FMLA
• Regularly update and distribute management staffing reports
• Payroll system updates, including new hires, leaves of absence, transfers and pay rate changes
• Assist with various HR projects as required, including corporate wellness programs and health fairs

Minimum requirements for the role include the following:

• Outstanding interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with team members throughout all levels of the organization
• Self-managing capabilities that enable you to work independently
• Strong organizational skills that allow you to prioritize, multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail is a must
• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
• Three to five years of experience in HR or benefit administration
• Bachelor's degree in human resources or a related area