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We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support benefits administration and employee enrollment activities for a Long-term Contract position in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This role will play an important part in guiding a smooth open enrollment cycle, helping maintain accurate records, and assisting employees with benefits-related updates. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with benefits processes, strong attention to detail, and a practical understanding of compliance requirements in a fast-paced HR environment.
Job Responsibility
Coordinate day-to-day benefits administration tasks with a focus on supporting the open enrollment period for the upcoming plan year
Review employee benefit elections and related documentation to help ensure records are complete, accurate, and aligned with established policies
Enter and validate benefits data in HR and benefits systems, checking manual updates carefully to reduce errors
Assist staff members with self-service benefit changes by providing clear guidance through online enrollment tools when needed
Prepare and maintain spreadsheets for data tracking, reporting, and file uploads tied to benefits activity
Support enrollment changes associated with updated carrier offerings and revised plan options during the enrollment cycle
Monitor handling of electronic and paper forms to help maintain compliance with benefits administration standards
Partner with internal stakeholders to address employee questions and resolve routine benefits-related issues efficiently
Requirements
Prior experience administering employee benefits, including direct involvement in open enrollment activities
Working knowledge of compliance considerations related to benefits documentation and employee elections
Proficiency with spreadsheets and comfort using them for data review, tracking, and uploads
Experience working in HRIS such as ADP or Workday or benefits administration platforms to manage employee records and reporting
Strong accuracy and proofreading skills, especially when reviewing manual data entry
Ability to work independently on administrative assignments with minimal ramp-up time
Effective communication skills for assisting employees with benefit updates and system navigation