Benefits Manager (Newnan/Peachtree City)

Osmose Utilities Services•Peachtree City, GA

23h

About The Position

Osmose is looking for a Benefits Manager who will serve as an integral leader in the oversight of the Companys Benefits and Compliance functions, including the development, administration, and management of HR and employee benefits policies, procedures, and programs across all company locations.

Requirements

Bachelors degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience in benefits administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong experience administering and overseeing a wide range of employee benefit plans, including health, welfare, retirement, and tax-advantaged programs.
Demonstrated knowledge of benefits-related compliance requirements, including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and 401(k) regulatory standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex benefit concepts to employees and leadership.
Leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and guide team members.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive employee information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and online research tools.
Commitment to supporting all Company policies.
The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or managing global benefit programs (e.g., Canada, UK, Netherlands, Australia) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan Administration & Oversight Directs the development, maintenance, and administration of the Companys employee benefit plans, including health, dental, life, and 401(k) programs in the U.S. and globally.
Administers the 401(k) plan, including eligibility reviews, contribution accuracy, nondiscrimination testing (NDT), annual audits, and timely resolution of discrepancies through collaboration with payroll, HRIS, and plan vendors.
Partners with global HR teams and external vendors to support benefit programs in Canada, the UK, the Netherlands, Australia, and other international locations.
Coordinates activities related to annual open enrollment, as well as benefit processes for new hires and terminated employees.
Reviews monthly benefit invoices for accuracy and prepares related accounting documentation.
Compliance & Regulatory Management Ensures compliance with all benefit-related regulations, including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and required federal and state filings.
Oversees the creation, maintenance, and distribution of plan documents, SPDs, SBCs, and all required federal and state benefit notices, ensuring timely updates and regulatory compliance.
Monitors legislation, court decisions, arbitration outcomes, and industry trends to assess their impact on employee benefits.
Vendor & Broker Management Serves as an integral partner with benefit brokers to ensure effective plan design and service delivery.
Assists with interviewing, recommending, and overseeing consultants and third-party vendors supporting outsourced benefits functions.
HRIS, Payroll & Data Integrity Partners with HRIS and payroll teams to optimize benefits processes, manage data feeds, ensure accurate employee records, and lead periodic audits to maintain compliance and data quality.
Employee Support, Communication & Training Leads ongoing employee communication effortsboth written and verbalto ensure employees remain informed about benefit offerings, updates, and changes.
Provides responsive, high-quality service to current and former employees by addressing questions and resolving benefit-related issues.
Assists with benefits training for new employees and management-level staff.
Develops and delivers presentations to management, employees, and government representatives regarding benefit policies and practices.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Support Leads and develops the Benefits Teamcomprising the HR Associate, Benefits Assistant, and Benefits Analystto ensure effective and accurate administration of all benefit programs.
Supports senior management with company-wide benefits initiatives and related tasks.
Contributes to HR projects and initiatives as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives.