Benefits Clerk

Security Industry Specialists, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Sick/Safe Time

Job summary

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is seeking a Benefits Clerk to support the day-to-day administration of health and welfare programs, LOA, and workers’ compensation.

You will maintain electronic benefit records, answer routine inquiries, and help ensure compliant benefits processing across HR and payroll functions. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in employee benefits administration or related field.
• Experience in a general office setting with clerical/administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate electronic benefit personnel files and records.
• Responds to routine inquiries about eligibility, enrollment, and programs.
• Performs regular audits of benefit files with Payroll and HR to ensure accuracy.
• Assists with open enrollment, new hire benefits orientation, and related correspondence.
• Supports Benefits Manager on special projects and other initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Analytical problem-solving

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Business Administration/HR

Tools

HRIS software

Benefits administration software

Job description

About the role:The Benefits Clerk supports the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs for SIS employees and management. This role maintains accurate benefits records, responds to routine employee and management inquiries, and helps ensure the timely and compliant administration of health and welfare, workers’ compensation, and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs. The Benefits Clerk reports directly to the Benefits Manager and performs special projects as assigned.In this role, your responsibilities will be:Maintains accurate electronic benefit personnel files, including records related to health and welfare benefits, workers’ compensation claims, and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs, ensuring data is current, organized, and compliant with recordkeeping requirements.Responds to routine employee and management questions regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, and programs; identifies more complex or sensitive issues and routes them to the Benefits Manager or the appropriate specialist.Performs regular audits of employee benefit files and records in coordination with Payroll, Human Resources, and other departments to confirm accuracy and identify discrepancies.Assists with open enrollment, new hire benefits orientation, and benefits-related correspondence as directed.Supports the Benefits Manager on special projects and initiatives related to employee benefits administration.Performs other related duties as assigned.As a candidate, you must have:High school degree or equivalentPrior Experience in employee benefits administration or a related field.Prior Experience in a general office setting, with clerical or administrative experience.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to function effectively in stressful or fast-paced situations.Excellent time management, verbal and written communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.An enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude.Preferred Qualifications:Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.Prior experience with HRIS or benefits administration software.Experience supporting workers’ compensation or Leave of Absence (LOA) processes.Working knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, FMLA/CFRA).We offer:$25.00-30.00/HRHealth, Dental, Vision, and 401 (k)Paid Time Off, including Sick/Safe TimeA dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growthSecurity Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer