Prequel is seeking candidates for a Benefits Specialist position with a flagship financial services company in the greater Pittsburgh area. This is a long term 16-month contract position and includes:

• W2 hourly pay rate in range of $26-$31 per hour, depending on experience
• Hybrid working model (2 days WFH, 3 days onsite in downtown Pittsburgh)
• Excellent Health Benefits Starting Day 1 of employment
• 401k with matching
• 8:30am-5pm workday Monday through Friday

In this role, you will be responsible for administering health, welfare, and retirement benefits, while supporting employee inquiries and the operations of company benefits programs.

• 2-3 years of experience in health and welfare benefits administration.
• Experience with retirement benefit administration preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, and Word required.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Dayforce, Oracle Financials, or other HRM systems preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Health & Welfare Benefit Administration:

• Maintain PeopleSoft benefits records, generate reports, and handle carrier interfaces.
• Process vendor payments and ensure accurate submission and approval.
• Oversee life insurance documentation and evidence of insurability.
• Respond to vendors and employees regarding benefits-related inquiries.

Support Benefit Open Enrollment:

Retirement Administration:

• Administer 401(k) plan, including reviewing transactions (loans, distributions) for accuracy.
• Address employee questions related to retirement plans and work with recordkeepers on service inquiries.

Other Responsibilities:

• Update and distribute benefits communication materials and the Employee Benefits Handbook.