Benefits Administrator

Acrisure; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Fertility benefits

Wellness resources

Paid sick time

401(k) and HSA options

Job summary

Acrisure’s SBMA division is seeking a full-time Benefits Administrator in a hybrid San Diego workplace. You will support daily eligibility processing, manage workload overflow, handle group emails, and audit data in Jira, while assisting Account Managers and coordinating with the team.

The role requires at least 1 year in insurance/medical benefits and strong MS Office skills, with excellent verbal and written communication and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily eligibility processing, manually and through automation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Bilingual (optional)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ year Insurance experience

1+ year Medical benefits experience

1+ year administrative/office experience

Intermediate to advanced Excel

Microsoft Office knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

SBMA, a third-party administrator, is an affordable ACA-compliant benefits provider to thousands of employers. Their goal is to simplify the complexity of providing employee benefits. SBMA is different because of its personal service, speed of implementation, and innovative approach to benefits coverage.

SBMA is currently seeking a full-time Benefits Administrator. The Benefits Administrator will collaborate closely with the Account Management Team on various responsibilities, including a range of daily administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will demonstrate attention to detail, reliability, self-motivation, and exceptional customer service skills—both verbal and written. Additionally, candidates should be eager to learn and utilize new computer systems and software while thriving in a collaborative environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (including but not limited to)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Support daily eligibility processing, both manually and through automation
• Help manage workload overflow as required by the department
• Receive and distribute new group emails, assigning them as necessary
• Conduct daily and weekly audits on our Data system (Jira) for requests from Account Managers to ensure they are submitted and completed properly.
• Provide backup for the liaison phone queue as needed by the department
• Issue Insurance verification letters, ID Cards, and Medical Support orders on behalf of the Account Managers when required
• Process monthly department error reports
• Daily office tasks such as Outlook Inbox management, etc.Duties may be adjusted as necessary

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or the recognized equivalent, required1+ years of Insurance Experience
• required1+ years of Medical Benefits Related Experience
• required1+ years of prior experience working in an administrative/office setting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well independently on assigned duties and collaborate effectively with a team
• Bilingual (not required, but a plus)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Moderate stress due to regular deadlines and daily challenges
• High finger dexterity while typing documents and forms

SCHEDULE AND HOURS

• Full-time position: Monday-Friday 40 hours/week
• Hybrid position: Mondays & Fridays remote, Tuesdays-Thursdays in-office
• Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Pay Details

The base compensation range for this position is $23 - $25. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.… and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [e-mail].

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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