Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Benefits Plan Administrator to oversee and manage Taft-Hartley benefit plans, including health, pension, and annuity funds. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate record-keeping, compliance with federal regulations, and effective communication with trustees and plan professionals. This role is essential in maintaining the integrity of benefit plans and supporting the overall administration process to meet organizational and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Administer and manage Taft-Hartley benefit plans, including health, pension, and annuity funds.
- Maintain accurate records of plan activities, participant data, and financial transactions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations such as ERISA, DOL, and specific plan requirements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for trustees, plan professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Oversee the preparation of meeting reports and documentation necessary for plan meetings.
- Reconcile accounts related to benefit plans to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Assist with audits by providing required documentation and supporting materials.
- Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues related to benefit administration and identify opportunities for process improvements.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in benefits administration, preferably within Taft-Hartley or multi-employer benefit plans.
- Strong understanding of ERISA, DOL regulations, and plan compliance requirements.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in record keeping and reconciliation tasks.
- Effective communication skills to liaise with trustees, plan professionals, and internal teams.
- Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and support audit processes efficiently.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Ability to travel to trustees' meetings. Typically, overnight travel.
- Prior experience working with health, pension, or annuity funds is highly desirable.
This position offers an opportunity to play a vital role in the administration of complex employee benefit plans while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Pay: $61,528.26 - $74,098.55 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
