Administrator, Benefits at Sun Chemical Corporation – Parsippany, New Jersey

Administrator, Benefits

Parsippany, NJ, US, 07054
Primary Location: Parsippany
Location:

Parsippany, NJ, US, 07054

Remote or On-Site: Hybrid
Req ID #: 6182
Pay Ranges : $72,000 - $80,000

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

Works with Health & Welfare (H&W) recordkeeper for processing new hires, qualified life events, terminations, and on-going administration. Tracks all new hires and qualified life events to ensure elections are entered and dependent supporting documentation is submitted. Works closely with vendor to ensure seamless delivery of H&W services to union and non-union employees, and updates system as necessary.

Audits exception and enrollment reports to identify and resolve processing and eligibility errors and discrepancies. Responsible for quality assurance and timely receipt of vendor and payroll interfaces from H&W recordkeeper.

Prepares weekly report (pending new hires, life events, dependents turning 19 years or aging out) and distributes to HR team.

Administrative tasks relating to Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts, Life and AD&D claims, QMCSO and Medicare forms, and age reduction letters.

Forwards benefits continuation letter to employees for payment of premiums while on unpaid Leave without Pay. Tracks receipt of payments, updates spreadsheet, deposits checks, reconciles reports, and follows up with HR regarding collection of employee contributions. Runs payroll reports for those on leave of absence status, and audits leave start/end dates against payment of employee contributions. Sends late payment notifications and terminates coverage for those on unpaid Leave of Absence status who do not pay timely in accordance with policy. Provides contribution updates to H&W recordkeeper for the continuation of Healthcare Flexible Spending Account during unpaid leave.

Processes vendor premiums monthly using automated reports generated by H&W system or other internal reports. Works with insurance carriers/third party administrators, account representatives, and H&W recordkeeper to resolve discrepancies in reports and payments. Tracks payments with accounting and creates internal reports for management.

Works collaboratively with Sun’s HR Shared Services, Payroll, and HR teams on H&W benefit issues related to claims and eligibility. Researches issues with necessary parties in a timely and accurate manner.

Updates internal benefits files and plan information as needed to include union contracts, plan provisions, headcount reports, and premium/employee rate schedules. Provides participant data from enrollment/recordkeeping systems to government agencies/consultants/etc.

Participates in open enrollment planning, testing, and dual year administration for union and non-union employee groups.

Assists Benefits team on various projects as necessary.

Position focus is Health & Welfare (50% leave administration, 50% general administration) and may assist with Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution administration as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications:

3-5 years working in a HR Benefits or Shared Services environment with a corporate employer, insurance carrier, or outsourcing company in benefits administration.

Ability to multi-task and work in a team-based and fast-paced environment.

Excellent customer service skills and attitude. Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, accuracy, verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of general leave policies, federal and state leave laws, short- and long-term disability, and FMLA. Also includes HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, Internal Revenue Code Section 125 and other qualified plans.

Solid skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and outsourced recordkeeping systems. Work with SAP SuccessFactors, ADP Payroll, WorkForce Software, and SharePoint is preferred.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Strong experience in benefits administration in lieu of education will be considered.

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical. #ID23