Benefits Generalist - Remote

Pearl Interactive Network is seeking to hire a Remote Benefits Generalist.

The Benefits Administrator is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, worker's compensation, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.

Pearl offers a Competitive Compensation and Benefits package to include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid time off, Paid holidays

• 401K eligibility

• Additional ancillary benefits to support your lifestyle professionally, physically, and financially through our professional development and coaching program.

Operating Hours: 8 am - 5 pm EST, Monday - Friday

Technical Equipment, and Remote Office Requirements:

1. Broadband internet connection with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 5 Mbps. No Satellite Connections. Test your network at speed.cloudflare.com to verify before you apply.

2. Ethernet cable access. Wi-Fi-only connectivity is prohibited.

3. Private and secure workspace within your home. Away from noise and distractions.

4. Computer equipment, monitor, and headset provided.

Job Duties:

• Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.

• Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration.

• Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

• Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.

• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.

• Coordinate daily benefits processing with TPA, such as enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, QDROs, QMCSOs, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing.

• Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records.

• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.

• Analyze current benefits, evaluate the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the company's stance.

• Perform plan audits. Prepare, collect and organize data for actuarial assessments. Review data in conjunction with actuarial evaluation task forces.

• Survey industry trends. Complete benefits surveys and review information obtained from the results. Analyze complex benefits information. Forecast trends and assist with future benefits designs. Develop specific recommendations for review by management.

• Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend cost containment strategies,

• including alternative methods for administration and funding. Prepare budgetary recommendations and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds.

• Provide customer service support to internal and external customers. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package.

• Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support to group benefits associates, home office associates and the field staff.

• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree in human resources/business or related field and/or equivalent experience preferred. High School Diploma required.

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in benefits administrative capacity within HR and/or Business is required.

• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Experience with benefits administration/payroll/HRIS/ATS software.

• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

• Navigating multiple computer applications effortlessly is required.

• Knowledge and ability to search and browse internet proficiently.

• Ability to quickly assess priorities and adjust as needed.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Pearl management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Background Investigation, Drug Screening, and Skills Assessment Required

Pearl Interactive Network, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.