Benefits Administrator jobs in California

Job Summary

The Benefits Administrator to be responsible for the planning and administration of our employee benefit programs. You will be working closely with our human resources and payroll departments to coordinate the daily processing of benefits. You will also be responsible for researching benefit plans, negotiating with vendors, communicating with employees, and resolving any benefit-related issues.

To be successful as a Benefits Administrator, you should have strong organizational skills and stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and market trends. You should also have strong interpersonal skills, be able to maintain meticulous records, and collaborate with other departments and external service providers. The Benefits Administrator is a main point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records and benefits files.
• Coordinate daily benefits processing, including enrollments, terminations, and claims.
• Advise and inform employees of the details of the company's benefit programs.
• Resolve benefit-related issues and respond to queries and requests in a timely manner.
• Research new employee benefit plans and vendors.
• Liaise with vendors and negotiate and coordinate contracts for new and existing plans.
• Evaluate the efficiency and value of current benefit programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with payroll and ensure that employer contributions and payroll deductions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and create records, reports, and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and provider regulations.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Technical Skills: Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS knowledge

Communication Skills - Fluent English, both oral and written. Spanish speaking is a plus.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, faxes and scanners.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or minimum of 2 years as a Benefits Administrator
• Proficiency with HR Management Systems (ADP/Vantage product knowledge is a plus)

• Experience with benefits enrollment software preferred

• Must be organized, detail-oriented and have solid time-management skills
• Ability to work with highly confidential information and maintain confidentiality
• Working knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision required.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment
• Knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA regulations.
• Professional certification in benefits administration a plus.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills

Pay Range: $25-35/hr