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Job Title
Benefits Specialist……………………………………………………$80K-$90K
Responsibilities/Requirements
The Benefits Specialist analyzes, audits, researches, implements and administers the company employee benefit programs. In addition, this position reviews and recommends potential changes to plans, as appropriate, based on industry trends, current literature and consultant recommendation.
Responsible for Open Enrollment rollout in HCMS and for Annual Open Enrollment communication. This includes the testing of the open enrollment system in SAP, once built, transmission of open enrollment data to the benefit vendors for changes, deletions and/or adds
*Managing the preparation of employee communications
*Developing and updating forms and applications
*Fielding employee questions
*Processing and auditing Open Enrollment elections
*Responsible for overseeing the 401(k) bi-weekly processing and act as the administration liaison with the HR Contact Line. Primary point of contact for all annual 401(k) projects such as the Plan Audit, Annual Allocations and ensure compliance of the 401(k) plan.
*Responsible for automated and effective setup of benefit plans in HR systems (HCMS) for payroll.
*Work with SAP implementation team, SAP Basis and Unite to update HCMS systems with new rates, etc.
*Responsible for oversight and management of the Leave of Absence policy and administration. Monitoring the relationship between HR Contact Line, The Hartford (disability carrier), HR Consultants, supervisor/manager, and employees for FMLA, STD and Other Leaves.
*Process paid and unpaid leaves under FMLA.
*Assist and maintain communication with employees, HR
Generalists/Business Partners, and Managers by providing a clear understanding
of the short term disability plan and to insure timely filing of claims with
the carrier.
* Coordinate Workers Compensation leave with company internal Workers Comp administrator. *Provide Workers’ Comp carrier benefit eligibility information when processing a claim.
*Ensure coordination of FMLA/Workers’
*Compensation claims between disability and WC carrier.
*Act as a point of escalation and consult on complex cases as appropriate.
*Responsible for overseeing the transmission of weekly eligibility files to our vendors, Aetna, Caremark, VSP, The Hartford and WageWorks.
*Respond and correct error eligibility reports provided by vendors after file submission.
*Ensure updates to file transmission methods are updated for successful transmission of eligibility information.
*Responsible for Updating/Changing/Deleting information (i.e., Benefit Forms & Brochures, COYou2, Personal Events, Summary Plan Descriptions, Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Handbook, Health & Welfare Information,etc.) on HR & Training web pages.
*Responsible for leading special projects and initiatives within the benefits department as assigned.
*Responsible for the coordination of employee health and wellness programs and events (i.e., Pandemic and Wellness Committee) as assigned.
*Responsible for updating and distribution of Summary Plan Descriptions and benefit plan compliance for:
~Annual IRS Form 5500s
~Summary Annual Reports (H&W, Pension and Savings)
~ HIPAA Notice (every 3 years)
*Responsible for training HR Contact Line representatives on different benefit programs/events, LOA administration, Life and Work Events, and Open Enrollment.
*Provide technical support to the Director of Human Resources and Benefits Manager.
*Conduct new hire benefit orientation.
*Provide census information to brokers/vendors and other reports as needed.
*Participate in benefit surveys.
*Assist employees with benefit claim issues.
*Bachelor’s Degree a must!
* 5+ years of experience with employee Retirement and Health & Welfare benefits.
*Someone very knowledgeable
*The right candidate will know the laws
Location: New York, NY
Position posted: 05/25/12 (LS) (2)
Job Title
Client
Accounting Compliance Analyst
……................................ $65K+
Responsibilities/Requirements
*Reviews and follows up on documentation and information to meet the Firm's KYC/AML compliance regulatory requirements.
*Identifies and addresses non-compliance and risk assessment issues with management and partners.
*Updates documentation and databases to keep current with compliance status of clients, the department and Firm's KYC/AML guidelines and procedures, as well as new regulations and requirements.
*Performs new client risk assessments to include review and analysis of new clients for AML risk, financial viability with respect to bill payment, reputational risk, bankruptcy, and criminal records.
*Performs prospective client analysis, including enhanced due diligence, synthesizes findings and reports to management, partners and committee members for effective assessment of viability and risk level of prospective client.
*Identifies relationships between the Firm's existing clients to edit and/or create parent/subsidiary relationships for accurate and current reporting.
*Provides guidance to partners and staff regarding the Firm's KYC/AML procedures.
*Handles multiple complex client analysis projects.
*Understands and responds to inquiries from partners, other attorneys as well as staff and demonstrates this understanding through the use of effective communication.
*Actively seeks to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
*Performs other related duties as assigned.
*Knowledge of Excel and Word
*Knowledge of Aderant with respect to client matter intake process and billing-function
*Ability to perform internet research using various search functions
*Works effectively in a team environment
*Exercises independent judgment when approaching problems and making decisions in pursuit of departmental goals
*Ability to work independently
*Ability to handle multiple projects, assignments and shifting responsibilities
*Ability to organize and prioritize work
*Ability to communicate effectively
*Deals courteously and effectively with others
*Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions
*Pays attention to detail
*Ability to meet deadlines
* Minimum of two to three years KYC/AML experience and/or other similar law firm experience
* Bachelor's Degree
*Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating needs
Location: New York, NY
Position posted: 05/25/12 (LS) (2)
Job Title
Marketing
Directories Coordinator ………………. $50K-$60K
Responsibilities/Requirements
*Supports
public relations initiatives and the Firm brand by coordinating directory and survey
submissions; maintaining national directory calendar, and providing information
on new matters to the Firm matters database.
*Handles
initial drafts of New York and Nationwide directory submissions.
*Maintains
national directory calendar and circulates regular reminders to global
marketing group about submission deadlines.
*Assists
with the compilation of Firm rankings comparisons.
*Compiles
all preparatory materials in advance of directory interviews (submissions, past
year's rankings, peer intelligence, etc.).
*Uploads/submits
all directory submissions on behalf of the Firm.
*Subsequently
saves each submission in projects folder.
*Provides
information on new matters to the Firm matters database.
*Maintains
upkeep of responsibilities chart (which partners are interviewed and when, who
is responsible for submission, etc.).
*Researches
peer firm advertising and sponsorship in directories, maintains spreadsheet of
results.
*Repurposes
submissions for other directories; coordinates updates as appropriate.
*Must
have a minimum of 2 years Global Marketing experience at a law firm
*Bachelor's
Degree
*Excellent
drafting, editing and proofreading skills, exceptional attention to detail,
very strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills
*Communicate
effectively orally and in writing
*Extremely
strong administrative skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks
simultaneously under tight deadlines, excellent database skills.
*Candidates
must possess a proven ability to interact effectively with reporters, partners,
senior administrative staff and peers and the ability to handle sensitive
matters.
Location: New York, NY
Position posted: 05/25/12 (2)
If you are interested in any of the following
positions e-mail your resume as a word attachment to
resumes@ClassicWestchester.com