Benefits and Leave Coordinator

At Flynn Group, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees work from the office four days per week, leaving Fridays to work from home. This setup cultivates casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives, with office-based teams coming together four days a week to collaborate and thrive, together! Our Vision for this Role The Benefits Coordinator administers and supports employee benefit and leave programs in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert and coordinator for leave of absence administration while also supporting broader benefits operations, employee inquiries, vendor coordination, and HR initiatives. The position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong customer service skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive employee matters with professionalism and confidentiality. Leave Administration & Employee Benefits Support Serve as the primary coordinator and subject matter expert for employee leave of absence programs, partnering with HR, payroll, managers, and third-party vendors to support effective administration: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations and interactive process support, State and local paid leave programs, Parental leave, Short-term disability and long-term disability coordination. Track leave timelines, required certifications, recertifications, and return-to-work documentation to ensure timely and accurate processing. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local leave laws and company policy. Partner with other HR and benefits team members to cross-train and support leave administration processes as needed. Serve as a liaison between employees, managers, payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party administrators on leave status and requirements. Maintain accurate, confidential leave records in accordance with privacy standards. Employee Support & HR Operations Provide timely, empathetic support to employees and managers on leave procedures, benefits, and company policies. Coordinate with field HR and third-party vendors on level one unemployment matters. Support internal and external audits related to benefits and leave administration. Assist with HR projects, reporting, policy updates, and process improvements as needed. Benefits Administration Partner with management to support the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life insurance, disability, voluntary and retirement benefits. Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits deductions, retirement contributions, eligibility, and general benefits questions administration. Support annual enrollment activities and related employee communications. Support employee onboarding and qualifying life event benefit changes Assist with benefits communication and education initiatives throughout the year Partner with payroll and HR teams to ensure accurate benefit deductions and eligibility administration Other administrative duties as assigned What You Have Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience in leave administration, HR, or benefits operations. Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state leave laws, and unemployment processes. Proficiency with HRIS systems (Workday experience a plus) and Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience administering multi-state leave and FMLA programs. Experience with payroll and benefits integrations. Finally, you should bring an excellent sense of humor to the table – we like to have FUN! Work Environment & Physical Requirements Primarily office-based with one remote workday per week. Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use required. Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds may be required. Flynn Core Competencies At Flynn Group, our team members operate through four core competencies: Consistent Achiever, Skilled Communicator, Culture Champion, and Trusted Owner. These competencies will allow us to drive results, ensure we have a deep bench of high caliber talent, and offer career opportunities across the Flynn Portfolio. Key Competencies Confidentiality and discretion Compliance orientation Customer service mindset Critical thinking and problem-solving Time management and organization Accuracy and follow-through Collaboration and communication Why Work For Flynn? Medical/Dental/Vision Retirement and Savings Plan Short- and Long-Term Disability Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedules (In Office Monday - Thursday, Work from Home Friday) Company Outings Dining Discounts On-Site Fitness Center On-Site Daycare On-Site Café FUN Work Environment! Disclaimer This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify responsibilities and requirements based on business needs. 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