Benefits Manager

The Benefits Manager is responsible for directing, planning and implementing cost effective employee benefit programs, policies and procedures. Ensure programs meet employee needs and comply with legal requirements. Support the day-to-day operations of group benefit programs and act as liaison with vendor to resolve any employee issues. This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, benchmark existing benefits to ensure retention and attraction of employees and improves existing programs as applicable. Supervises and monitors benefits administration.Responsibilities:• Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits, enrollment, status changes and other general inquiries• Answer policy and participant questions for Benefits• Coordinate the benefits enrollment changes with Paychex and the Kodak team• Coordinates benefits activities for special projects, divestitures, acquisitions• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations• Manages vendor relationships• Responsible for Benefit Claims and Appeals process• Responsible for providing signed Plan Consents and Plan amendment updates to interested parties• Work with outside party on design changes and Implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changesReporting/Technical Skills:• SIP Nondiscrimination testing review - Review errors in nondiscrimination test file. Resolve the error and communicate the correction to TRP to complete the testing• Responsible for running files for FAS87, FAS35, and FAS112, provide support to actuaries, and answer data reconciliation questions• Form 5500 support• Supports annual audits of Benefits• IBNR analysis• Update monthly medical/dental subscriber count report• Provide EB rate input• Approve manual pension payment instructions by 3rd party vendor to pension payroll provider• Prepare ad hoc KRIP reports for Controllers and Treasury upon request• Calculate amount of paid family leave owed to employee(s) and provide to Medical• Run the SAP job that determines who is Highly Compensated - necessary for SIP Nondiscrimination testingDesired Knowledge:Excellent organizational skills and attention to detailProficient with Microsoft Suite or similar software experience with HRIS and benefits databasesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProject and team management/leadership skills and experienceAbility to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designsExtensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable lawsDemonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to successfully communicate with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization; interpret and relay established policies, procedures, practices, and laws. Willingness to cooperate with and influence a global and diverse HR teamDemonstrated skill with ownership and/or management of Benefits/Payroll projects, partnering with management teams, and effective, proactive problem solvingDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to meet deadlinesEnjoy working in a fast-paced work environmentMust use initiative when problem solving with minimal supervision, professionally handle confidential material and information, maintain discretion and display a high degree of trustMust have great attention to detail and good follow-up skills, must be able to use initiative when presenting solutions to managementStrong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills, sound business judgment, and integrity are crucialMust have the ability to deal with cultural differences across the Company5 or more years of Benefits/Human Resources experienceBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience as an Benefits/HR ManagerPHR/SPHR (or equivalent) certification preferred, but not requiredHRIS - SAPMicrosoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Excel (e.g., creating Pivot Tables)Approve the holidays for the following year, work with Purchasing and 3rd party vendor to have the calendars printed for employeesInvoice review and approvals

Created: 2025-03-07