Senior Benefits Specialist

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

Job summary

ttg Talent Solutions, Inc. seeks a Senior Benefits Specialist to oversee employee benefits administration in a hospitality setting. This on-site Denver role focuses largely on benefits (80%) with some compensation work (20%), requiring detail orientation and strong data skills.

The ideal candidate will manage open enrollment, work with vendors, ensure data accuracy across HRIS, and communicate plan options clearly. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in employee benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze data.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Familiarity with benefits vendors and data reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Manage benefits programs, open enrollment, and new hire enrollment.
• Prepare benefits presentations for employees and explain plan options.
• Review and reconcile benefits data across HRIS and providers.
• Coordinate with carriers and vendors to resolve enrollment issues.
• Create benefit analyses, reports, and audits; support compliance.
• Support compensation analysis and salary benchmarking.
• Maintain accurate employee records and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Data analytics

Tools

Paylocity

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

SENIOR BENEFITS SPECIALIST
LOCATION: Denver, CO
TYPE: Fully On-Site
SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional flexibility)
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Temporary (minimum 3 months, with potential for permanent employment
SALARY: $95,000 – $100,000 annually
INDUSTRY: Hospitality

DESCRIPTION:

ttg Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Benefits Specialistto 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.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.

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