Manager, Benefits

California Water Service Group

San Jose, California, US
Base: $123,700 - $178,900 doe; bonus/equity: not s...
5 years benefits administration experience
Self-insured plan management expertise
Form 5500 process coordination
The Benefits Manager is responsible for the strategic design, administration, compliance, and ongoing evaluation of all employee benefit programs for the Company and its subsidiaries

Job Summary

  • The Benefits Manager is responsible for the strategic design, administration, compliance, and ongoing evaluation of all employee benefit programs for the Company and its subsidiaries.
  • This role partners closely with Finance, Internal Audit, Legal, and benefits leadership to ensure alignment on strategy, compliance, audits, and operational execution.
  • The position ensures programs are competitive, cost effective, compliant with all applicable state and federal regulations, and administered with strong internal controls.

Matching Summary

The Benefits Manager is responsible for the strategic design, administration, compliance, and ongoing evaluation of all employee benefit programs for the Company and its subsidiaries.

Salary

Base: $123,700 - $178,900 DOE; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years benefits administration experience
  • Self-insured plan management expertise
  • Form 5500 process coordination
  • ERISA ACA HIPAA COBRA compliance knowledge
  • SOX controls implementation for benefits
  • Vendor negotiation and RFP leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical and project management skills
  • Experience with alternative benefit strategies
  • Cross-functional collaboration with Finance Legal
  • Employee self-service tool development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration
  • 5 years progressively responsible benefits experience
  • 5 years management or senior analyst capacity
  • Valid California Driver License

Work Rights

Not specified

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