Benefits Administrator
Company: Interceramic USA
Location: Carrollton
Posted on: May 9, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
The benefits administrator position is responsible for directing
and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs
(group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability,
life insurance, 401K, etc.). This position provides excellent
customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The
administrator continually investigates new benefits programs,
improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits
administration.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that
present the best value.
Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine
possible plan designs and benefits cost changes.
Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options
and rates.
Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party
administrators.
Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services,
premiums and plan administration.
Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase
efficiency.
Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned
benefits processes.
Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure
timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.
Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, COBRA,
terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and
death claims, rollovers, QDROs, QMCSOs, distributions, loans,
hardships and compliance testing.
Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group
benefits database and update employee payroll records.
Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings
and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees
for all group plans.
Analyze current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage,
effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in
benefits programs, and identify the company's stance.
Perform plan audits. Prepare, collect and organize data for
actuarial assessments. Review data in conjunction with actuarial
evaluation task forces.
Survey industry trends. Complete benefits surveys and review
information obtained from the results. Analyze complex benefits
information. Forecast trends and assist with future benefits
designs. Develop specific recommendations for review by
management.
Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend
cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for
administration and funding. Prepare budgetary recommendations and
assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted
funds.
Provide customer service support to internal and external
customers. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of
the company's benefits package.
Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open
enrollment and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and
support to group benefits associates, home office associates and
the field staff.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use
Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and
benefits databases.
Project and team management/leadership skills and experience.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with
associates.
Effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several
complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to
meet deadlines.
Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan
designs.
Ability to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals
(RFPs).
Knowledge of benefits contract language.
Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing
and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting
employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA,
ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social
Security and DOL requirements.
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field,
and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits
administration experience.
Interceramic is an equal opportunity employer. Interceramic does
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender
identity, sexual orientation, age or any other basis covered by
appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of
qualifications, merit, and business need.
Keywords: Interceramic USA, Carrollton , Benefits Administrator, Other , Carrollton, Texas
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