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Robert Half · 2 weeks ago

HR Benefits Administrator

Freeville, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. They are seeking an HR Generalist – Benefits Administrator who will focus on employee benefits administration and support, contributing to employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

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Responsibilities

Support the administration of health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending programs, including new hire enrollments, eligibility changes, and ongoing employee support

Process benefits elections and updates within HRIS and payroll systems with accuracy and attention to detail

Serve as an accessible point of contact for employee benefits questions, escalating complex issues as needed

Partner with internal teams and external benefits providers to ensure timely resolution of benefits-related inquiries

Assist with open enrollment activities, employee communications, and documentation

Support the preparation and maintenance of benefits compliance documentation and reporting

Assist with the administration of workers’ compensation claims, including injury reporting and documentation

Support employees with disability, FMLA, and other protected leave requests under the guidance of HR leadership

Track leave usage and coordinate information with payroll and benefits systems

Assist with employee education and enrollment for retirement plan offerings

Support employees with contribution changes, beneficiary updates, and basic plan inquiries

Coordinate with plan providers to resolve routine questions and requests

Assist with processing compensation changes within HRIS/payroll systems

Support periodic payroll updates as directed

Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions and concerns, providing guidance and directing issues appropriately

Qualification

Benefits AdministrationHRIS ProficiencyLeave ManagementEmployee RelationsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Some experience in benefits administration

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Effective communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with employees and external providers

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Company

Robert Half

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