Benefit Specialist

At Ultimate Software, we have always put our people first. This idea permeates our culture to its core. For over 25 years, it has driven us to create the innovative products and services we offer today. As a result, we enable our customers to put their people first—helping them build the people-centric environments they need to grow and meet their business goals.

The Benefits Specialist position is responsible for administrating the day-to-day operations of the assigned client benefit programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, and 401(k) plan).

* Assist with administration of assigned client company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and life insurance; disability and workers’ compensation; 401(k) and other pension plans * Reconcile monthly group insurance invoices for assigned clients * Submit data feed of newly eligible client employees, additions, deletions and other changes to carriers on a weekly basis * Perform benefit file imports into payroll system from various sources and reviews and verifies data for accuracy * Enter newly eligible client employees, additions, deletions and other changes on carrier web portals as necessary on a weekly basis * Establish and maintains effective relationships with benefits vendors and consultants; ensures that the administration of the plans is working effectively * Correspond with benefit carriers to correct discrepancies * Assist with coordination of COBRA enrollments with carriers * Create, send and track FMLA documentation to include monthly benefit amounts due each month * Provide telephonic and electronic email support to employees regarding benefit-related questions * Escalate non-routine inquiries and issues to Benefits Manager * Assist with client open enrollment meetings as requested * Provide benefit confirmation statements to newly enrolled employees, employees who make changes throughout the year or during the open enrollment period * Assist with new client implementations as requested * Assist with related special projects as needed

**Requirements:** * Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations * Commitment to excellence and high standards * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills * Ability to manage priorities and workflow * Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm * Acute attention to detail * Proficient using the Microsoft Office Suite of software to include Outlook, Word and Excel * Excellent customer service skills * Experience with Ultimate Software preferred * Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels * Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions * Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance * Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions * Experience with Ultipro preferred * CEBS or PHR certification preferred * Commitment to excellence and high standards * Excellent written and communication skills * Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions **Education/Certification/License:** Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent, three to five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience