Benefits Specialist

Company: Amick Farms Address: 7155 Batesburg Highway, Batesburg, SC 29006

Duties & Responsibilities: Possesses a broad knowledge of health and retirement plans and the ability to communicate and educate others about the plans. Responsible for: Coordinating the monthly new hire enrollment process and providing reports and support to Benefit Coordinators. Responding to disability eligibility requests from vendor and supports FMLA liaison. Administering the EAP Substance Abuse Program along with local HR.Collection of Benefit payments for employees on Leave of Absence. Troubleshooting issues and resolving errors with Benefit Coordinators, payroll and benefit vendors to optimize data integrity. Staying abreast of compliance and regulatory changes / updates that may impact company programs and procedures. Providing customer service for local HR representatives and employees and assistance with claim/issue resolution. Protection of the privacy and confidentiality of the employees and their family's health at all times.- Assists Benefits Supervisor with projects and other department initiatives asassigned.

Qualifications: Associates or Bachelor's degree or HR/Benefits certification preferred 3+ years experience in Benefits administration or 5+ years in Human Resources Knowledge in ERISA, PPACA, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements Acute attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise Excellent communication and customer service skills and ability to communicate with, support, and maintain relationships with employees of all levels. Interpersonal skills with experience handling confidential and sensitive information Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with Microsoft Suite (Intermediate Excel skills)Experience with HRIS/Payroll and Benefit Administration systems and functionality

Nice to Have: - Bilingual (English + Spanish or Haitian/Creole)