Benefits Administrator - Contract

Ambient Enterprises is an umbrella company for 25 recognized industry leaders in the custom HVAC market. We offer product expertise, technical and application support, system design and operational support thereby meeting our clients’ specific needs and requirements. Leveraging our market leadership in the commercial, industrial, healthcare/life sciences and residential building markets, we are expanding our service and solution offerings and building our footprint both organically and through acquisitions. Role: Benefits Administrator- Contract As our Benefits Administrator, you’ll be responsible for managing and administering our organization's employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks. You’ll work with the Benefits team on handling enrollments, answering employee inquiries, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, all while maintaining accurate employee benefit records and providing excellent customer service to employees regarding their benefit options. You will report into the Director of Benefits and work with our incredible HR team to streamline our offerings and work on cross collaborative projects. Responsibilities: Manage and oversee all aspects of employee benefit plans, including health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans (401k), flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health spending accounts (HSAs) and other employee benefits. Conduct new employee benefits orientation, assist with benefit selection during open enrollment periods, and process benefit changes due to life events. Assist in resolving claim issues with insurance providers, and address employee concerns regarding claims. Ensure adherence to all federal and state regulations regarding employee benefits, including Affordable Care Act (ACA), ERISA, and COBRA. Coordinate with insurance providers and other benefit vendors and help monitor service quality. Clearly communicate benefit information to employees through written materials, presentations, and employee meetings. Maintain accurate employee benefit records, including eligibility status, coverage details, and beneficiary information. Respond to employee questions regarding benefits, provide guidance on plan options, and resolve benefit-related issues. Requirements: 3+ years of experience with Benefits is preferred Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office – specifically Excel, Teams, Outlook and Word Solid understanding of employee benefits laws and regulations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and vendors Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage complex benefit plans Proficiency with benefit administration platforms Analytical skills to interpret data and make informed recommendations Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annually, with flexibility based on experience and skills. Ambient provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws