Benefits Manager
Our client in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, has an immediate opening for a Benefits Manager on a direct hire basis. 

Company Profile:
A company with strong core values and growing rapidly.

Benefits Manager Role:
Join a dynamic organization committed to fostering associate growth and community development through comprehensive benefits management. We are seeking an experienced Benefits Administration Manager to lead our clientâ s employee welfare programs and ensure exceptional service delivery across all benefit offerings.
Lead comprehensive administration of employee welfare programs encompassing medical coverage, prescription benefits, dental and vision plans, life insurance, AD&D coverage, disability programs, flexible spending accounts, voluntary benefit options, and COBRA administration.
Act as primary liaison with external benefit providers, addressing claim resolutions and benefit related concerns.
Cultivate strategic partnerships with insurance brokers and vendor organizations.
Guide employees through complete benefit experience from initial onboarding through enrollment processes, payroll integration, inquiry resolution, and ongoing support.
Oversee weekly benefit budget management and collaborate with brokers on financial projections for accounting department coordination.
Direct financial oversight of annual budget, including expense forecasting, invoice reconciliation, and monthly vendor payment processing.
Review and authorize qualifying life event modifications and new employee benefit registrations.
Provide exceptional customer service while managing complex benefit escalations and collaborating with providers to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Develop strategic communications initiatives to enhance health and wellness program awareness, boost participation rates, and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
Design and maintain benefit structures and retirement offerings through Workday system management, including eligibility criteria and rate schedule updates.
Oversee complete 401K plan administration, including deduction setup, eligibility tracking, and compilation of documentation for annual Form 5500 reporting requirements.
Manage 401K compliance operations, including non-discrimination testing protocols and federal filing obligations.
Coordinate annual audit procedures encompassing census data preparation, recordkeeper collaboration, and independent auditor liaison responsibilities.
Conduct a primary review of annual financial reports, Form 5500 preparation, and Summary Annual Report development, ensuring discrepancy resolution and preparing comprehensive documentation for Director approval prior to submission.
Administer leave of absence programs and staff coordination while ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including FMLA, short-term disability, and ADA compliance protocols.
Maintain adherence to Affordable Care Act regulations and oversee IRS return filing processes and associate 1095 C form distribution.
Plan and execute annual Open Enrollment campaigns.
Generate comprehensive reporting on workforce changes, terminations, and relevant metrics as requested.
Develop and manage EIB file feeds and ongoing HRIS system requests.
Complete additional projects and responsibilities as business needs arise.
This role includes direct supervision of team members and management of strategic partnerships with multiple external vendor organizations.

Benefits Manager Background Profile:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience in analytical roles aligned with position requirements.
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in benefit plan strategy development, design, and administration with demonstrated success in benefit program implementation and management.
Seeking a motivated benefits and wellness professional combining strategic vision with hands on execution capabilities.
Comprehensive understanding of employee benefit plan architecture, including healthcare programs, leave administration, and defined contribution retirement systems.
Thorough knowledge of plan administration complexities, payroll integration processes, regulatory compliance requirements, and benefits taxation principles.
Proven track record in vendor relationship management and cross-functional collaboration.

Features and Benefits:
Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
Vision and Dental
Paid Time Off
Incentive Plan
401K with Company Matching
Hybrid Work Schedule

 

Benefits Manager

Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.

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