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Benefits Specialist

2 months ago


Norwalk, United States Aston Carter Full time

Job Description

Managing 401k, enrollments, reports and audits (Must have)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Researches employee benefit plans and vendors to identify those that present best value.

Negotiates with Broker for best plans, options, and rates before presenting to HR Manager and VP of Finance.

Serves as primary contact for plan vendors, third-party administrators, and brokers.

Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.

Coordinates daily benefit processing. Handles enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, 401k hardships and compliance testing.

401k audit report due to the IRS. Must be able to manage and own the process.

Owning benefits questions, LOA, COBRA, Leave policies.

Weekly 401k enrollment reports for new adds

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude; experience with HRIS and benefits databases

Ability to understand, evaluate, and make judgements on proposals (RFPs)

Knowledge of benefits contract language

Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including, but not limited to, ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare, and Social Security.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High School or equivalent

3 years minimum of experience in an HR role exclusively working with Benefits

Experienced in compiling 401k audits and 401k reports.

Benefits coordinator with 3 years experience directly in Benefits department.

Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations governing benefits plans (FMLA/LOA)

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Engagement with TPAs, Auditing Firms

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.


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