Benefits Associate Jobs

Benefits

Job Family:

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

The Benefits Associate will have the primary responsibility of assisting the benefits team with leave administration and daily administration of our benefits programs across all entities. The Benefits Associate provides case management, payroll administration for employees on leave, day-to-day support and is the first-line contact for employees who need assistance with their leave of absence via email. This is an opportunity for an individual to gain comprehensive knowledge and experience in employee benefits.

/Responsibilities

• Act as a customer service associate handling all emails for the benefits inboxes, escalating cases to case managers or benefits analysts, as appropriate.
• Coordinate with Benefits Team, Payroll Team and Leave vendor to assist in resolving issues.
• Case management for employees on a leave of absence or seeking information on leave of absence.
• Provide Benefits Team with as needed support on key task, ad hoc projects and reporting tasks, including Open Enrollment.
• Assistance with full cycle leave administration, including tracking all employees on leave through spreadsheets and reports from Leave vendor, including notifications, checklist, questions, employee timecard entry, Return to Work confirmations and payroll reports.
• Identify communication and operational issues arising during day-to-day administration activities and/or contact with customers and propose solutions to the Leave Administrators or Benefits Analyst as appropriate.
• Other projects/duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, working with pivot tables, running and creating functions and working with multiple sheets and formulas.
• Ability to respond effectively and timely to sensitive information, to be an attentive listener, and to assist employees with compassion and empathy.,
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving skills in order to make best judgment calls.
• Impeccable attention to details and interpersonal communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2+ years of leave administration experience

Benefits Administration Experience.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Strong preference for candidates local to the Tysons Corner, VA area

The annual salary range for this position is $57,400.00-$86,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Mobility Stipend
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Employee Referral Program
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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