Benefits Specialist
Actalent, Boston, MA, United States
Benefits Specialist, Health & Welfare
The Benefits Specialist, Health & Welfare is responsible for the accurate day‑to‑day administration of health and welfare benefit plans in a hospital environment. This role ensures all benefit plans comply with plan documents and contracts, reconciles vendor billing and invoices, and serves as a key liaison between employees, HRIS, vendors, and third‑party benefit providers. The position supports employees with benefit questions and issues, maintains precise benefit records, and contributes to clear benefits communication across the organization.
Responsibilities
Administer health and welfare benefit plans in strict compliance with plan documents and contracts.
Reconcile and process weekly and monthly benefits vendor invoices accurately and on time.
Act as the primary liaison between the organization and third‑party benefits providers.
Audit vendor enrollment and eligibility files regularly to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Partner with HRIS and benefits vendors to ensure accurate and timely data transmissions.
Support and oversee the day‑to‑day activities of external benefits administrators.
Assist employees with benefit questions, enrollment issues, and claims support in a clear and professional manner.
Support benefits orientation and enrollment meetings, including educating employees on eligibility, coverage, and costs.
Provide benefits‑related information and content for employee communications, presentations, and memos.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records related to benefit plan participation and contributions.
Assist with benefits issues escalated by the Employee Service Center and help drive timely resolution.
Essential Skills
Experience with benefits administration in a health and welfare or healthcare‑related environment.
Knowledge of health insurance, reimbursement processes, and benefit verification.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for routine to moderately complex benefits issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees, vendors, and internal partners.
Ability to process data accurately and efficiently with a high level of attention to detail.
Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience in human resources, health care, insurance, or related fields.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working with HRIS systems and coordinating data transmissions with benefits vendors.
Experience reconciling vendor billing and processing weekly and monthly benefit invoices.
Experience supporting external benefits administrators and third‑party providers.
Experience preparing or supporting benefits‑related presentations, memos, and employee communications.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self‑reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
Administer health and welfare benefit plans in strict compliance with plan documents and contracts.
Reconcile and process weekly and monthly benefits vendor invoices accurately and on time.
Act as the primary liaison between the organization and third‑party benefits providers.
Audit vendor enrollment and eligibility files regularly to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Partner with HRIS and benefits vendors to ensure accurate and timely data transmissions.
Support and oversee the day‑to‑day activities of external benefits administrators.
Assist employees with benefit questions, enrollment issues, and claims support in a clear and professional manner.
Support benefits orientation and enrollment meetings, including educating employees on eligibility, coverage, and costs.
Provide benefits‑related information and content for employee communications, presentations, and memos.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records related to benefit plan participation and contributions.
Assist with benefits issues escalated by the Employee Service Center and help drive timely resolution.
Essential Skills
Experience with benefits administration in a health and welfare or healthcare‑related environment.
Knowledge of health insurance, reimbursement processes, and benefit verification.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for routine to moderately complex benefits issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees, vendors, and internal partners.
Ability to process data accurately and efficiently with a high level of attention to detail.
Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience in human resources, health care, insurance, or related fields.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working with HRIS systems and coordinating data transmissions with benefits vendors.
Experience reconciling vendor billing and processing weekly and monthly benefit invoices.
Experience supporting external benefits administrators and third‑party providers.
Experience preparing or supporting benefits‑related presentations, memos, and employee communications.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self‑reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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