Manager, Benefits

The Manager of Benefits plays a pivotal role in shaping the overall employee experience, supporting talent management strategies, and contributing to the company's competitiveness in the marketplace. The strategic impact extends beyond traditional compensation to encompass the holistic well-being and engagement of the workforce.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports overall administration of Benefit Programs in USA and Canada

• Reconciles monthly benefits vendor invoices, submits to Accounts Payable, and tracking payment

• Provides employee support on benefits issues and delivers ongoing communications materials

• Ensure data integrity and consistency across all benefits platforms

• Open enrollment coordination

• Benefits data management

• Assists as directed with the administration of retirement savings plans (401k Program in the USA, RRSP in Canada), involving regular reviews with Plan Advisors, approval of invoices, and administration of tasks like loans, hardship distributions, contribution changes, and the annual company plan match process

• Works closely with the Payroll Department to identify and resolve issues related to premiums or catch-up payments

• Works with closely benefits brokers and vendors on related issues

• Oversees Scholarship program and third-party administrator

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 years of benefits administration experience

• Skilled working with HRIS platforms

• Skilled with Benefits Administration Systems

• Skilled with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources

• UKG experience

• Certifications such as PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS