Benefits Leave Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY
Supports the administration of corporate benefit plans and policies and oversees Company leave programs.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Performs data entry of employee and benefits information for new hires, rehires, status changes, and terminations.
* Serves as a point of contact for individuals with questions regarding Company benefit programs, including leave of absence options.
* Coordinates auditing, testing, and implementation for new payroll or benefits related projects.
* Assists with reconciliation and balancing on billings for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
* Ensures COBRA is administered appropriately.
* Creates and runs reports for auditing purposes and leave analytics.
* Provides support by researching and resolving benefits related issues and recommends solutions or changes as needed.
* Researches, complies, and tracks reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
* Acts as a super user for leave administration software and serves as the liaison for third party vendor.
* Monitors State and Federal laws governing FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and any other regulated leaves.
* Analyzes documentation received from medical professionals in order to approve leave or accommodation requests.
* Confers with various departments regarding employees' leave statuses and return from leave projections.
* Supports open enrollment processes as needed.
* Assists with payroll duties as needed.
* Manages multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Establishes and maintains positive working relationships.
* Receives and carries out instructions.
* Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrates effective leadership.
* Solves problems and makes decisions independently and proactively.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree; or three to four years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.