Benefits Specialist

SPECTRAFORCE
St. Petersburg, FL

Job Title: Corporate Benefits Specialist

Location: St Petersburg Florida 33716

Duration: 3 months

Work Hours/Shift: Monday – Friday; 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST

Role Overview: Provide comprehensive HR/Benefits administrative support with a strong focus on 401(k) and Financial Well-being programs, under the Benefits Administration & Operations Manager.

Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day administration of employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, Section 125 plans, COBRA/HIPAA, and retirement plans.

Employee Support: Act as a primary contact for employee benefit inquiries, ensuring timely issue resolution by coordinating with payroll, legal teams, and external vendors.

Operations Excellence: Support workflow improvements, maintain plan documentation, and ensure compliance and accuracy in all benefits processes.

Annual Enrollment: Assist in planning and executing open enrollment, including system readiness, communications, vendor coordination, and troubleshooting.

Vendor Management: Maintain and manage relationships with benefits providers, brokers, and consultants, including participation in meetings and issue resolution.

Data & Administration Tasks: Handle file transfers, reporting, enrollments, life event changes, beneficiary updates, leave cases, and QMSO processing.

Financial & Audit Responsibilities: Review, audit, and ensure timely payment of vendor invoices; leverage accounting/bookkeeping knowledge for financial accuracy.

Compliance & Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on benefits regulations and trends, ensuring compliance and recommending improvements to enhance employee experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 5+ years in HR Benefits Administration
  • Knowledge of Health & Welfare and Section 125 plans
  • Experience with HRIS, Microsoft Office, Oracle, bswift (preferred)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

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