Remote Benefits Coordinator (Contract)

CAI; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CAI is seeking a motivated Benefits Coordinator to support the Payroll & Benefits team during Open Enrollment. The role involves updating OE materials, coordinating across HR/Payroll/carriers, and serving as the first contact for benefits questions in a remote contract position.

Experience in HR, payroll, or benefits administration, plus proficiency in Excel/Word, will help you manage multiple tasks during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Prior administrative or coordinator experience, preferably within HR, benefits, or payroll.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling confidential employee data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain benefits information clearly to employees.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities during a high‑volume period.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Willingness to learn payroll regulations, wage and hour basics, and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain Open Enrollment documents and communications (guides, FAQs, plan summaries, forms).
• Coordinate information and materials across HR, Payroll, carriers, and other stakeholders to keep OE activities on schedule.
• Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee benefits questions, and elevate more complex issues to the Benefits Specialist.
• Support OE system testing, including verifying plan setup, rates, and employee facing displays in HRIS.
• Assist with wellness program reporting, including tracking participation data and compiling summary reports.
• Provide general administrative support to the Payroll & Benefits team during the OE cycle.

Skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

HR knowledge

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

CAI is seeking a motivated Benefits Coordinator to support the Payroll & Benefits team during Open Enrollment. The role involves updating OE materials, coordinating across HR/Payroll/carriers, and serving as the first contact for benefits questions in a remote contract position.

Experience in HR, payroll, or benefits administration, plus proficiency in Excel/Word, will help you manage multiple tasks during peak periods.