Project Manager, Financial Benefits

You have a knack for process innovation and project management and are a true specialist in Benefits. When collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements related to our 401(k) MEP and Benefits Billing, you should serve as an expert who can build solutions from scratch and think creatively to enhance team productivity and processes. As the Financial Benefits Project Manager, you will be tasked with developing processes and strategies to ensure that larger projects function and operate as intended. Your responsibilities will encompass onboarding, overseeing, and managing new and existing projects related to both the 401(k) MEP and additional benefits billing, including Medical, Dental and Vision, commuter, voluntary benefits and more. The base wage range for this position based in the NYC-metro area is targeted at $98,000.00 to $122,000.00 per year. The base wage range for this position based outside the NYC-metro area is targeted at $92,000.00 to $114,000.00 per year.

Responsibilities

Create and manage new and existing projects related to the 401(k) MEP Benefit and Benefits Billing, including quarterly and annual audits, documentation management, End-of-Year Project, nondiscrimination testing, ongoing process and reconciliation automations, and new benefit billing onboarding and integration; Ensure the success of analytical aspects of major projects such as the annual audit, nondiscrimination testing, and end-of-year processes; Work with the Financial Benefits teams to evaluate current processes and implement solutions to manual procedures; Work with teams and other PMs to ensure process documentation continuity across Benefits; Collaborate with stakeholders from government agencies, employer groups, and individuals to gather insights into industry challenges, requirements, and desired outcomes; Develop and implement strategies to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the 401(k) MEP and Benefits Billing; Prioritize updates based on user feedback, regulatory changes, and technological advancements; Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines governing 401(k) and MEPs; Keep up to date with current employment security laws, policies, and procedures; Communicate across various departments to make recommendations on processes to improve operational efficiency and plan performance; Oversee all Financial Benefits related customer communications; Identify errors in operations by analyzing, collecting, and reporting risk performance and Financial Benefits data; Perform other related responsibilities as needed based on department and/or organizational needs

Requirements

3-5 years of work experience in operations or project management; Prior Retirement experience required; Prior experience managing projects required; Retirement Plan Fundamentals (RPF) certification or equivalency required; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; skilled in presenting and hosting meetings, trainings, and knowledge-sharing sessions; Technologically savvy with experience utilizing multiple systems and software programs; Familiarity with business process management activities (process mapping, improvement, implementation, etc.); Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to take initiative and work effectively on one's own

Nice to have

PMP certification; Understanding and experience utilizing AI programs and automation applications; Experience working with PEOs; Knowledge of benefits billing

Benefits

Welcoming and casual environment; Great benefits; Wellness program offerings; Company retreats; Ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the startup community; Perks and benefits detailed in Justworks' Total Rewards Philosophy