Job Openings Benefits Associate

About the job Benefits Associate

Job Title: Benefits Associate

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract

Education: Bachelors degree (HR, Business, or related field) or equivalent experience

Industry Preference: Global FinTech, Fortune 500, or large multinational financial services firms

Must-Have Requirements

5+ years in Benefits Administration with expertise in:

  • Health & Welfare Plans (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • Retirement Programs (401k, pensions, compliance filings)
  • Leave Management (FMLA, state/local leave laws, ADA accommodations)

Multinational Experience (working with global teams/vendors)

Vendor & Compliance Management

  • Managing broker/TPA relationships
  • Ensuring ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and other regulatory compliance

Technical Skills

  • Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data reconciliation)
  • HRIS/benefits platforms (Workday, ADP, or similar)

Soft Skills

  • Strong communication (able to explain benefits to employees & executives)
  • High attention to detail (invoice reconciliation, audits)
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

  1. Benefits Administration

    • Manage daily operations of US health, welfare, and retirement plans.
    • Ensure accurate payroll deductions and reporting.
  2. Vendor & Compliance Oversight

    • Audit vendor performance, resolve issues, and process invoices.
    • Support internal/external audits (5500 filings, nondiscrimination testing).
  3. Leave of Absence (LOA) Management

    • Administer FMLA, disability, and other leave programs.
    • Partner with HR, Legal, and Payroll for seamless processing.
  4. Employee Support & Education

    • Conduct benefits orientations and resolve employee inquiries.
    • Advise managers on leave policies and benefits guidelines.