TechnologyAdvice · 11 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expTechnologyAdvice is a remote-first company that helps B2B tech buyers navigate the complexities of the buying process. They are seeking a Benefits Specialist to manage the administration of US employee benefits programs and support global benefits programs, overseeing the full benefits lifecycle and ensuring compliance with regulations.
B2BE-CommerceLead GenerationMulti-level MarketingSaaS
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end administration of U.S. employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, leave programs, wellness, and retirement, and other perks, from new hire enrollment and open enrollment through employee terminations and COBRA support
Lead and support annual U.S. open enrollment and coordinate global enrollment activities, including vendor coordination, system configuration, employee communications, enrollment validation, and post-enrollment audits
Administer the U.S. 401(k) retirement program, including enrollments, contribution changes, loans, distributions, catch-up contributions, and coordination of annual 401(k) audits
Ensure accurate benefits enrollment, eligibility, and life event processing in the HRIS, perform regular data quality checks, and provide benefits-related reporting, billing, and allocation support
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers on benefits-related questions, including plan provisions, enrollments, claims issues, status changes, and retirement inquiries
Process and administer U.S. leaves of absence, including medical, personal, disability, and FMLA leaves, and interpret FMLA and ADA requirements in partnership with HR leadership
Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable U.S. benefits and leave regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and ADA, and support compliance needs for global benefits programs
Support global benefits administration, ensuring alignment with established processes, guidelines, and global best practices
Act as the primary liaison with benefits brokers, carriers, retirement plan providers, and third-party administrators, and partner closely with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate deductions, contributions, reconciliations, reporting and record keeping
Monitor benefits utilization, costs, and trends, providing insights and recommendations to HR leadership on program performance and competitiveness
Research, benchmark, and recommend market-competitive benefits and recognition programs to enhance the global employee experience and strengthen total rewards strategy
Develop and maintain clear, employee-friendly benefits documentation and communications
Support core HR functions, contributing to continuous process improvement across People Operations
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 years focused on U.S. benefits administration
Demonstrated experience managing U.S. 401(k) retirement plans, including direct involvement in annual 401(k) audits
Strong understanding of US compliance requirements (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, etc.)
Experience working with benefits brokers, carriers, and HRIS/benefits platforms
Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration systems
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support employees across diverse cultures and time zones
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a global, fast-paced, and remote-friendly environment
Preferred
Experience working in a global or multi-country workforce is considered a strong plus
Benefits
Career Growth: Advance with mentorship programs, leadership academies, and opportunities to shape company culture and DEI initiatives.
Flex Fridays: Adjust your 40-hour week to enjoy a full or half day off on Fridays.
Remote-First Culture: Work from the comfort of your home.
Flexible PTO: Take the time you need, when you need it.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
Insurance Protection: Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
401K with Match: Secure your future with our company-matched retirement savings.
Paid Parental Leave: Support for new parents during life’s special moments.
Wellness Perks: Access Headspace and enjoy monthly fitness reimbursements.
Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members.
Speaker Series Bonus: Present in our monthly speaker series and earn a bonus.
Book Reimbursement: Get up to 12 books reimbursed per year to fuel your learning.
Bucket List Benefit: Celebrate milestones with annual contributions toward your dream adventures after 3 years.
In-Office Perks: Enjoy catered lunches for our in-office team.
Company
TechnologyAdvice
TechnologyAdvice is a B2B demand generation company which specializes in connecting buyers and sellers of business technology.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rob Bellenfant
CEO & Founder
Recent News
2024-04-10
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