Benefits Manager

ttg Talent Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ttg Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Benefits Specialist to lead benefits administration for a hospitality organization. The role focuses 80% on benefits with 20% on compensation, including open enrollment and vendor coordination.

The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, strong data analytics, and experience with HRIS/payroll systems to ensure data accuracy and compliance. This on-site position requires detail orientation and proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in employee benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• PowerPoint proficiency for benefits presentations.
• Experience reviewing and reconciling benefits data with HRIS/payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee benefits programs including open enrollment and enrollment for new hires.
• Prepare and deliver benefits presentations explaining plan options and enrollment procedures.
• Review, reconcile, and validate benefits data with vendors and systems.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators to resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze benefits data, prepare reports, and support audits and compliance.
• Use advanced Excel for data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Create PowerPoint presentations to communicate benefits information.

Skills

Benefits administration

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Data analytics

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Paylocity

T. Rowe Price

Job description

SCHEDULE:

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional flexibility)

SALARY:

$95,000 – $100,000 annually

INDUSTRY:

Hospitality

DESCRIPTION:

ttg Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Senior Benefits Specialist to oversee employee benefits administration for an organization in the hospitality industry. This position focuses primarily on benefits (80%), with some compensation responsibilities (20%).

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly analytical, and experienced in managing open enrollment, working with benefits vendors, and ensuring data accuracy. Strong Excel skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage employee benefits programs, including open enrollment, new hire enrollment, and ongoing administration.
• Prepare and deliver benefits presentations to employees, explaining plan options and enrollment procedures.
• Review, reconcile, and validate benefits data received from vendors, ensuring accurate information across HRIS and benefits platforms.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, brokers, and third‑party administrators to resolve discrepancies and enrollment issues.
• Analyze benefits data, prepare reports, and support compliance and benefits‑related audits.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Create PowerPoint presentations to communicate benefits information and findings.
• Support compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, and related reporting.
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with benefits‑related inquiries.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven hands‑on experience in employee benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, strong data analytics abilities, and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Experience reviewing and reconciling benefits vendor data.
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration systems.
• Strong communication, presentation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience with Paylocity, T. Rowe Price, or similar platforms preferred.
• Hospitality industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree and professional certifications are not required.

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