Benefits Administrator

Gerber Collision & Glass; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical

401(K)

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading collision repair company in Elmhurst is seeking an experienced Benefits Administrator to manage employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an HR-related field, with 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a dynamic work environment and competitive benefits including medical, 401(K), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in employee benefits administration.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of plan designs.
• Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefits programs such as retirement and health plans.
• Evaluates existing benefits and prepares reports for management.
• Handles inquiries and complaints regarding employee benefits.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

ADP Payroll Programs

Job description

STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES * ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES * GREAT EARNINGS AND BENEFITS

Gerber Collision & Glass is looking for an experienced Benefits Administrator to join our winning team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the leader in collision repair and take your career to the next level. We're looking for someone who can WOW every customer, accurately assess damaged vehicles, and work in cooperation with others to achieve common goals.

Job Description

Summary/Objective

Responsible for administration of employee benefits in all company operations. As needed, provides special guidance and assistance to all locations on various employee benefit plans.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administers employee benefits programs such as retirement plans; medical; dental; vision; term life insurance plans; disability programs; and voluntary insurance policies.

Evaluates and compares existing company benefits with those of other employers by analyzing other plans, surveys, and other sources of information. Plans, develops, and/or participates in area and industry surveys. Analyzes results of surveys and develops specific recommendations for review by management.

Responsible for roll out of approved new plans and changes by preparing announcement material, booklets, and other media for communicating new plans to employees. Revises and reissues all communications material on benefits on an ongoing basis.

Gathers employee data and processes the monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.

Assures company compliance with provisions of Employee Retirement Income Security Act. Supervises preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies. Reviews and analyzes changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management. Coordinates company benefits, with government sponsored programs.

Handles benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution. Maintains contact in person, and by phone or email to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all employees.

Supervises maintenance of enrollment, application, and claims records for all benefit plans.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in HR related field and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience.

Computer proficiency with the ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ADP Payroll Programs.

Leadership skills and experience. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates. Capability of effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.

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 ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers’ compensation, Medicare, COBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Additional Information

• Stable upwardly mobile employment with a growing company
• Winning culture and excellent work environment
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(K), paid time off, and a lot more
• Senior leadership with integrity who's eager to do new big things
• Great earning potential
• Forward thinking company who is up to date with equipment and technology