Benefits Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive Benefits Administrator to support daily administrative and employee-support functions for a busy recycling business in Westbury, New York. This role is ideal for someone who can manage competing priorities, handle sensitive information with discretion, and keep essential office and benefits-related processes moving efficiently. The position will play a key part in reducing administrative burden on leadership while helping maintain organized, dependable support across payroll, benefits coordination, and related office operations.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day administrative activities that allow company leadership to stay focused on business development and site operations.
• Coordinate employee benefits administration, including enrollments, updates, questions, and communication with carriers or vendors as needed.
• Process incoming mail, organize correspondence, and ensure time-sensitive documents are routed and handled appropriately.
• Support accounts-related tasks such as bill review, payment coordination, and maintaining accurate administrative records.
• Assist with payroll-related activities and help ensure employee information is current and properly documented.
• Handle light human resources support, including routine employee paperwork, follow-up items, and general administrative assistance.
• Monitor recurring compliance needs such as permit renewals, notices, and other business documentation deadlines.
• Address office-related issues and special administrative matters with a practical, solution-oriented approach.
• Help build structure within the office environment as responsibilities evolve over time, including selected HR support functions.
• Maintain professionalism and sound judgment when working with confidential business and employee information.• Experience in benefits administration, benefits coordination, or a closely related administrative support role.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently and follow through on tasks with minimal oversight.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in handling documents, deadlines, and employee records.
• Comfortable supporting payroll, office administration, and light HR functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and a calm, effective communication style.
• Proficiency with standard office systems and administrative processes.
• Ability to work on-site in Westbury, New York.
• Reliable problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to getting work completed efficiently.