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Benefits Administrator

ACAMS
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2025
Who We Are

ACAMS is a leading international membership organization dedicated to providing opportunities for anti-financial crime (AFC) education, best practices, and peer-to-peer networking to AFC professionals globally. With over 100,000 members across 180 jurisdictions, ACAMS is committed to the mission of ending financial crime through the provision of anti-money laundering/counterterrorism-financing and sanctions knowledge-sharing, thought leadership, risk-mitigation services, ESG initiatives, and platforms for public-private dialogue. The association’s CAMS certification is the gold- standard qualification for AFC professionals, while its CGSS and CCAS certifications are for sanctions professionals and AFC practitioners working in the crypto space, respectively. ACAMS’ 60 Chapters globally further amplify the association’s mission through training and networking initiatives. Visit acams.org for more information.

Opportunity at a Glance

The US Benefits Administrator will manage and administer the company’s employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and providing exceptional service to employees. This role involves overseeing benefit enrollments, answering employee questions, and maintaining accurate records. The Benefits Administrator will work closely with the HR team and external vendors to ensure benefits are delivered efficiently and in line with company policies and federal/state regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Coordinate open enrollment processes, including communication materials, employee sessions, and system updates.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and ERISA.
  • Work closely with benefits vendors to manage plan renewals, resolve service issues, and monitor performance.
  • Maintain accurate records in HRIS and other benefits systems; reconcile invoices and ensure timely processing of payments.
  • Provide regular reports and analytics on benefits participation, cost trends, and utilization.
  • Support benefits education initiatives, creating resources to enhance employee understanding and engagement.
  • Collaborate with HR team members on broader people-related initiatives and projects as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role.
  • Experience with HRIS systems, benefits platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA).
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain complex benefits information clearly.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in work.
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Experience with benefits administration software – Ceridian Dayforce.
  • Must permanently reside in the DC or Chicago surrounding area

EEO

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. At ACAMS, we welcome everyone and have a strong commitment towards diversity and inclusion. We encourage our Colleagues to be their true authentic selves and support laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.

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Salary : $60,000 - $70,000

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