Human Resources Benefits Specialist

CFS; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Smyrna, GA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Benefits Specialist to join our client team. The role focuses on administering employee benefits programs, supporting enrollment, and ensuring accurate HRIS records.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information while coordinating with insurers and vendors to resolve issues and ensure compliance with COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR with a focus on benefits administration.
• Knowledge of benefits programs, open enrollment, and compliance.
• Experience with HRIS and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, retirement).
• Assist employees with enrollment, eligibility, and coverage questions.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and communicate benefits information.
• Process new hire enrollments, life events, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and update HRIS.
• Work with insurance carriers and benefits vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with benefits billing, invoices, and payroll deductions.
• Ensure COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA compliance.
• Support other HR administrative functions as needed.

Skills

Benefits administration

HRIS systems

Excel

Job description

Location: Smyrna, GA
Pay: $30/hour
Why This Opportunity?
Our client in the Smyrna area is seeking an experienced Human Resources Benefits Specialist to join their team! This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working directly with employees, managing benefits administration, and ensuring HR processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, eligibility, and coverage questions.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and communicate benefits information to employees.
• Process new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and employee terminations.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits records and update HRIS systems.
• Work directly with insurance carriers and benefits vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with benefits billing, invoice reconciliation, and payroll deductions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable benefits regulations, including COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA.
• Support additional HR administrative functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Human Resources with a strong focus on benefits administration.
• Knowledge of employee benefits programs, open enrollment, and benefits compliance.
• Experience working with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and employee relations skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle confidential information.

Compensation

$30/hour | Smyrna, GA

If you are an experienced HR professional with a background in benefits administration, we would love to connect with you!

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