Benefits Manager

CONTRACT ROLE:Estimated 3-6 months We are looking for an experienced Benefits Manager to support a client with a contract opportunity, to help provide interim support in benefits, LOA, and lead open enrollment during the estimated 3-6 months coverage period. The client is located in the SF Bay Area and needs someone to work Pacific Standard Time hours, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This role will oversee day-to-day benefits operations, employee communications, leave coordination, and compliance activities while helping ensure a smooth and accurate experience for employees. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of benefits administration, open enrollment, vendor partnership, and regulatory requirements, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Responsibilities:• Lead benefits onboarding activities for new employees and coordinate annual enrollment efforts, including creating and delivering clear informational materials.• Oversee benefit plan participation updates, qualifying life event changes, and eligibility administration to maintain accurate employee records.• Maintain benefit and payroll documentation while working closely with payroll partners to verify deductions and resolve data discrepancies.• Serve as a primary point of contact for insurance carriers, external administrators, and other benefit vendors to address service issues and support accurate plan administration.• Coordinate leave-related processes, including family, medical, and disability absences, in collaboration with designated leave management partners.• Administer workers’ compensation activities and facilitate ergonomic accommodation requests for employees as needed.• Perform billing reviews, reconciliation activities, compliance reporting, and required filings to ensure deadlines and financial accuracy are met.• Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, and local benefit regulations by conducting routine audits and supporting compliant administrative practices.• Partner with HR leadership to assess benefit offerings, respond to workforce needs, and support programs aligned with business objectives.