Benefits Manager

About the role

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! Reporting to the Director, Benefits, the Benefits Manager, is responsible for managing Reworld North American benefits program in alignment with our company goals and competitive practices. As a key member of the Total Rewards COE, the Benefits Manager provides consultative guidance, analysis, and support related to all employee benefits at all levels of the organization. They frequently monitor the regulatory environment and market trends to ensure our programs are relevant, competitive, compliant, and cost effective. Work Location: Florham Park, NJ Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office 2 days from home) Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serve as subject matter expert in health & welfare benefits, life and disability, retirement plans, etc. Support the design, implementation, ongoing evaluation and administration of benefit programs, policies and strategies to ensure competitiveness and compliance with local, state and federal requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management of any needed actions. Develop and present ideas to improve effectiveness, build efficiencies, and proactively enhance the delivery of benefit programs. Partner with HRIS, Payroll and HRBPs, and other cross-functional teams to implement and execute the operational aspects of benefits. Ownership of annual Open Enrollment cycle, including, employee communication and training, system testing and reporting. Act as a project manager on benefit initiatives such annual benefit renewals. Responsible for preparation of all required benefit plan audits, testing and timely filings (ACA, 5500s, non-discrimination, annual disclosures, etc.). Lead, manage and train small team of professionals, including providing coaching and training, setting goals, evaluating performance, planning staff assignments and development. Prepare special reports by gathering, analyzing, summarizing and presenting information on benefit trends Maintain working knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance and labor contracts that may affect benefit policies. Support merger and acquisitions activities and implementation. Efficient vendor management Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields of study.
• 5+ years' experience with benefits plans and analysis, including experience with vendor management and renewal negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of 401(k) plans management
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Extensive knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations to ensure plan compliance (e.g., ERISA, DOL, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, Paid Family Leave, etc.)
• Strong presentation, persuasion, and collaborative skills to build and maintain proactive involvement with all levels within the organization.
• Strong analytical skill set in MS Excel and PowerPoint with ability to interpret and present data.
• Strong business acumen to align both business objectives and HR strategies with corporate goals to maximize shareholder value.
• Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Ability to sit and work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive finger, hand, and arm movements
• Ability to lift up to 15lbs.
• Ability to reach, squat, bend, and manually manipulate standard office equipment
• Ability to drive to various locations
• Ability to reason, analyze and think critically
• Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action
• In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits .
• For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.
• All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, inclu

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