Specialist, Benefits (Temporary)

Canon U.S.A., Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401K with company match

Employee discounts on Canon products

World-class training

Job summary

Canon U.S.A., Inc. in New York is seeking a Specialist, Benefits (Temporary) to oversee benefit carrier performance across health, welfare and retirement plans.

You will manage leave benefits, ensure accurate plan administration, and assist in the absence of the Benefits Manager. The role requires at least 5 years in Benefits Administration, strong knowledge of FMLA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, and ADA, plus excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge required.
• Minimum of 5 yrs. Benefits Administration experience with strong knowledge of FMLA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, ADA and applicable laws.
• Knowledge of office equipment and MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews benefit events and approves enrollment as appropriate.
• Resolves benefit eligibility and payroll deduction issues with vendors and employees.
• Reviews and pays benefit invoices; handles annual Open Enrollment materials.
• Maintains plan procedures and assists in eligibility audits.
• Supports 401(k) contributions, match, and compliance matters.
• Advises HR regional reps on disability and workers' compensation laws and processes.
• Maintains relationships with vendors and communicates plan changes.

Skills

Benefits Administration

FMLA & COBRA

ERISA

Section 125

ADA

HR Laws

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

AS400/Infinium HRIS

Job description

Specialist, Benefits (Temporary)

Job Locations

US-NY-NEW YORK

Fixed Salary

USD $30.00/Hr.

Position Type

Temporary Full-Time

Overview

Responsible for overseeing benefit carrier performance for all health, welfare and retirement plans to ensure that plans are administered accurately. Manages the occupational and non-occupational leave benefits to ensure minimal employee absence and minimal corporate expense. Acts in the absence of the Manager, Benefits.

Responsibilities

• Reviews qualified life event documentation and approves enrollment as appropriate
• Researches issues involving benefit eligibility, enrollment and payroll deduction errors and discrepancies. Discusses and resolves issues with benefit vendors. Provides phone and e-mail responses to all employees regarding benefit issues.
• Responsible for the review, reconciliation and payment of all benefit vendor invoices including Healthy San Francisco
• Prepares updated benefit communications i.e. SPD's, Annual Open Enrollment material etc
• Maintains and updates plan administrative procedures
• Assists in the implementation and maintenance of dependent eligibility audits
• Review and verifies monthly billing for health and welfare plans
• Review and resolves issues affecting the 401(K) plan including contributions, match and catch-up contributions
• Works closely with the Manager, Employee Benefits to resolve any ERISA or HIPPA compliance issues
• Develops and maintains relationships with Benefits vendors, communicates plan changes
• Advises and trains regional human resource representatives on Disability and Workers' Compensation laws and procedures
• Provides subject matter expertise regarding disability, workers' compensation, CBPS's leave policy and any other questions related to CBPS' benefit program
• Recommends pro-active programs to bring employees with medical work limitations back to work quickly, with as little expense to the company as possible
• Collaborates with corporate risk management on developing strategies to close workers compensation open claims
• Recommends ideas and processes to reduce costs in the area of Workers' Compensation
• Manages the salary continuation benefit for eligible exempt employees
• Administers the direct bill process for employees on leave. Follows up with employees who have not paid direct bill invoices and advises of cancellation policy
• Keeps informed of state and federal policy and law changes that may affect the benefits plans
• Assist with projects as required
• Acts in the absence of the Benefits Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge required
• Minimum of 5 yrs. Benefits Administration experience with a strong knowledge of FMLA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, ADA and applicable federal and state laws
• Knowledge of all office equipment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel and MS Access
• Knowledge of AS400 Infinium or similar HRIS system preferred
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent oral & written communication skills
• Ability to set priorities/be confidential/organized/detail oriented
• Ability to handle stress and conflict & able to resolve issues effectively and confidentially
• Excellent customer service skills/great attitude/team player
• Excellent follow up skillsAbility to be creative
• Ability to communicate accurately, clearly and effectively
• Excellent attention to detail

What We Offer:

An opportunity to join an established team and be part of a successful and proven global organization!

A competitive compensation program!

Large Company Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/401K with a competitive company match!

Employee discounts on Canon products & vendor discount programs for employees!

World-Class Training & Career Development Programs!

Canon Business Process Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and employees and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding or related medical conditions),gender, gender identity/transgendered status, gender expression, national origin (including language use), ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, familial status, physical and/or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS, cancer and genetic characteristics), protected medical condition as defined by applicable state and/or local law, military and/or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, political affiliation, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category.