Benefits Manager

Zenith American Solutions, Inc.

. Design, plan, implement, and analyze national benefits programs, policies, practices, procedures, and costs .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in benefits administration, including the design and implementation of health, retirement, and wellness programs, while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in managing vendor relationships and conducting audits to maintain data integrity and effective benefits administration.

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Benefits AdministrationFederal And State ComplianceVendor ManagementData AnalysisProject Management

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Hard Skills

Benefits Program DesignStatistical AnalysisRecord KeepingBudget ManagementCompliance ReportingNondiscrimination TestingBenefits AuditingContract NegotiationHRIS SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingAttention To DetailCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Benefits PortalBenefit DatabasesHRIS Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPCEBSWorld At Work Certification

Industry Keywords

ERISACOBRAADA/ADAAACAMedicareHIPAASocial SecurityDOL RequirementsUnion Multi-Employer PlansRemote Staff Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, plan, implement, and analyze national benefits programs, policies, practices, procedures, and costs
Lead research, design, and execution of health, retirement, wellness, and ancillary benefits programs
Negotiate annual contracts and renewals
Investigate new benefit programs and improve existing programs and processes using statistics, budgets, and other data
Prepare communications and resource materials for benefits orientations, annual enrollment, and plan resources
Develop strategies to increase employee awareness and understanding of benefit programs
Partner with Learning & Development to create benefits education opportunities
Manage the 401(k) recordkeeper/trustee relationship and outside auditors
Manage benefit plan audits, including nondiscrimination testing
Oversee ADA requests, FMLA, and other leave of absence programs
Manage selected vendors, brokers, and administrative partners
Evaluate benefits vendors and collaborate on RFPs, RFIs, and vendor contracts
Prepare legally required reports and applications for federal and state agencies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements and monitor regulatory changes
Coordinate company benefits with government-sponsored programs
Build and improve core processes and internal controls to ensure data integrity and benefits administration
Serve as super user of the benefits portal
Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Manage benefit records and reconcile and pay monthly vendor bills on time
Prepare benefits-related reports
Collaborate with HR teams and leadership to provide high-level benefits service and address escalated questions or concerns
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum 7 years of benefits administration
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports, and correspondence
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills with attention to detail
Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, industry standard HRIS systems, and benefit databases
Knowledge of pertinent federal and state regulations, filings, and compliance requirements affecting employee benefits programs, including ERISA, COBRA, ADA/ADAA, ACA, Medicare, HIPPA, Social Security, and DOL requirements
Ability to effectively manage remote staff
Minimum necessary access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) as required by the job description/role
Equivalent combination of education and work experience accepted as an alternative to the bachelor’s degree
Preferred: 10 years of related benefits administration
Preferred: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or World at Work certification
Preferred: Project management skills and/or credentials
Union multi-employer plans and/or benefits experience in a union environment is a plus