Senior Benefits Manager
CurrentResponsible for the effective administration of the International and Domestic Benefit Plans. Managed a group of benefit administrators and I am deeply involved in the following:• Work on the Benefits Committee and with consultants to establish plan strategy and design of the Health Welfare benefits and corresponding annual premiums. • Responsible for the review and preparation of the annual 5500 reporting requirements. • Responsible for the implementation and support of WorkDay for the Benefits functions.• Coordinate and manage the annual audit process for the retirement plan conducted by independent auditors. • Work closely with Upper Management and outside actuaries to resolve funding issues for a tradition define benefit plan• Actively review the budget and benefit related expenditures of each office on a monthly basis • Travel to various national offices to introduce new plan features • Lead the activities required to insure a smooth transition in the implementation of a fully integrated Benefits Administration system. • Manage the vendor relationships for the Health & Welfare plans • Ensure compliance with ERISA, Section 125, HIPAA, Health Care Reform and COBRA regulations• Authorize the payment of all HR related monthly expenses.• Manage a team of three employees with responsibility for the overall administration of the domestic benefit plans • Resolution of the of claim issues with a strong focus on customer service for the employees and partners.• Responsible for coordination of international benefits • Develop and monitor the annual budgets for the all Benefits for both the national and international offices• Travel to various national offices to introduce new plan features • Oversee a Wellness Program and United Way Program