Benefits Manager

Walker Bowen Talent Partners

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Walker Bowen Talent Partners has partnered with a private Grocery store chain to find their next amazing Benefits Manager! This is an onsite role â 5 days a week â in Sunbury, PA. Our client is seeking an experienced Benefits Manager with 5+ years' experience in benefit plan strategy, design, and administration with proven experience designing and implementing benefit and related programs for an Enterprise sized environment. If youâre looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation and who is passionate about teamwork and the growth of its associates and communities â then read on! Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Unfortunately our client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree (BA\/BS) in Human Resources or related field with an emphasis in business or finance, or equivalent years professional\/analytical experience related to the duties outlined above.
Require 5+ years in benefit plan strategy, design and administration with proven experience designing and implementing benefit and related programs. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic benefits and wellness professional with both strategic and hands\-on experience getting things done.
Deep knowledge of employee benefit plan design including healthcare, leave of absence and defined contribution retirement programs along with the associated complexities of plan administration, associated payroll processes, regulatory requirements and benefits program taxability.

Responsibilities

Oversee the administration of our clientâs comprehensive Health and Welfare programs including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Programs and COBRA.
Serve as the primary Point of Contact for Third Party brokers and vendors â managing relationships and resolving claims and benefit issues.
Support associates throughout benefit lifecycle including orientation, enrollment, coordination of payroll deductions, benefits related queries and support to resolution.
Manage weekly benefit budget and estimated budget projection with broker and submit to accounting for release.
Responsible for managing a $43M budget, forecast and oversee expenses by reviewing, reconciling, and submitting weekly and monthly vendor invoices for payment.
Deliver high quality customer service while managing benefit escalations and work with providers to deliver a viable solution for all parties.
Create and deliver effective communications to increase Health and Wellness awareness and improve plan participation, staying abreast of regulatory changes and mandated disclosures.
Develop and maintain benefit designs and retirement programs by updating Workdayâs eligibility and rate tables.
Administration of 401(k) retirement plan to include compliance, setting up deductions, reporting eligibility dates and compiling required documentation for Form 5500 annual reporting.
Manage annual 401(k) audit process including census preparation, coordinating with record keepers, independent auditors and other relevant parties.
Serve as primary reviewer of auditorâs annual financial reports, Form 5500 and SAR preparation. Responsible for resolving discrepancies. Prepare all documentation in ânear finalâ form for Director review prior to filing.
Manage and maintaining company leave of absence staff and programs ensuring compliance with local, state and federal laws. Responsible for FMLA, STD and ADA compliance and administration.
Follow ACA compliance regulations and leads the filing of returns to the IRS and 1095\-C forms to associates.
Organize and manage annual Open Enrollment.
Provide reporting on new hires, terminations, other relevant data as required.
Create and manage EIB file feed and HRIS ongoing requests.