Benefits Clerk

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is seeking a Benefits Clerk to support day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs for SIS employees and management.

The role maintains accurate benefits records, responds to routine inquiries, and helps ensure compliant administration of health and welfare, workers’ compensation, and LOA programs. Reports to the Benefits Manager and handles special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in benefits administration or related field.
• Clerical/administrative experience in general office setting.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate electronic benefit personnel files, including health and welfare benefits, workers’ compensation, and LOA records.
• Responds to routine questions regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, and programs.
• Performs regular audits of benefit files with Payroll and HR to ensure accuracy.
• Assists with open enrollment and new hire benefits orientation.
• Supports the Benefits Manager on special projects related to benefits administration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS software

Benefits administration software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: New York City, NY 10001, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Prior 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/HR
• Health, Dental, Vision, and 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off, including Sick/Safe Time
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer