Minimum of 5 years of benefits administration experience.
Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now is essential.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required.
Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Experience managing the full open enrollment process.
Hands-on experience with U.S. and Canadian retirement programs.
Strong knowledge of benefits administration processes and documentation.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and customer service abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
Responsibilities
Administer and maintain employee benefits programs for U.S. and Canadian employees.
Manage the full open enrollment process from planning to completion.
Utilize ADP Workforce Now for managing benefits data and reporting.
Administer retirement programs in both the U.S. and Canada.
Coordinate with benefits providers and internal HR teams.
Review and reconcile benefits data for accuracy.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and eligibility.
Maintain accurate benefits documentation and ensure confidentiality.
Monitor compliance requirements and support audits.
Identify opportunities to enhance benefits administration processes.
Benefits
Medical insurance coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off (PTO).
Full Job Description
Title: Benefits Specialist
Location: Houston, TX
Salary: $100,000-$120,000 DOE
Benefits: Medical/401(k)/PTO
Our client is currently looking for an experienced Benefits Specialist to oversee employee benefits administration for both U.S. and Canadian employee populations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration, hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to manage the full open enrollment process from planning through completion.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and maintain employee benefits programs for U.S. and Canadian employees, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Manage the full open enrollment process from start to finish, including planning, employee communications, system configuration, enrollment support, and post-enrollment audits.
Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage benefits data, employee enrollments, eligibility, deductions, and benefits-related reporting.
Administer and support retirement programs in both the United States and Canada.
Coordinate with benefits providers, insurance carriers, retirement plan administrators, and internal HR and payroll teams.
Review and reconcile benefits data to ensure accurate enrollment, payroll deductions, and employee records.
Respond to employee questions regarding benefits, eligibility, enrollment, retirement programs, and plan provisions.
Maintain accurate benefits documentation and employee records while ensuring confidentiality.
Monitor benefits-related compliance requirements and support audits, reporting, and regulatory documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve benefits administration processes, data accuracy, and the overall employee experience.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of benefits administration experience.
ADP Workforce Now experience is required.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing open enrollment from beginning to end.
Prior hands-on experience working with both U.S. and Canadian retirement programs.
Strong knowledge of benefits administration processes, employee eligibility, enrollment procedures, and benefits documentation.
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical skills.
Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to assist employees and collaborate across departments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidential employee information.
About Addison Group
Addison Group is a professional staffing and consulting firm that provides services in the areas of information technology, finance and accounting, healthcare, human resources, and administration. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Addison Group has over 2500 employees and operates in 22 locations across the United States. The company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private staffing firms in the United States by Inc. Magazine.
