Remote Benefits Coordinator - Part-Time Contract

Holtzbrinck-Publishing-Holdings-Lp; New York (NY); Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Macmillan Publishers seeks a Benefits Coordinator (Part-Time, Contractor) to support the Benefits team with day-to-day administration and system monitoring from a remote location.

The role handles new hires and retirees through the benefits process, prepares documentation, and maintains vendor data feeds and billing. Requires detail orientation, independence, and strong written communication for confidential information.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR support role.
• Familiarity with HRIS/benefits platforms (e.g., UKG) and vendor eligibility file processes.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple recurring tasks independently.
• Comfortable working with online vendor portals and processing file uploads.
• Strong written communication skills for preparing employee-facing letters and correspondence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee data.
• Reliable and responsive, with the flexibility to work independently on a part-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Monitor UKG benefits interfaces daily to identify and resolve data discrepancies or failed transmissions.
• Monitor the Benefits Mailbox and respond to or route employee inquiries in a timely manner.
• Review and process monthly vendor billing statements for accuracy against enrollment data.
• Reconcile billing discrepancies with vendors and coordinate timely resolution and payment.
• Maintain organized billing records to support audits and month-end close.
• Open Enrollment coordination and communication support.
• Year End data validation.
• Compliance support.
• Other ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Benefits administration

HRIS proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Vendor management

Tools

UKG

Job description

Macmillan Publishers seeks a Benefits Coordinator (Part-Time, Contractor) to support the Benefits team with day-to-day administration and system monitoring from a remote location.

The role handles new hires and retirees through the benefits process, prepares documentation, and maintains vendor data feeds and billing. Requires detail orientation, independence, and strong written communication for confidential information.