Benefits Specialist City Irving State/Province Texas Overview:

The Benefits Specialist plays a key role in the development, implementation, and administration of our benefits offerings, including health and welfare plans with a primary focus on U.S. and North America Benefits.

Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day administration of health and welfare benefit plans, COBRA, direct-bill, HIPAA and related activities. Ensure efficient processing, maintain up-to-date plan documents, and manage benefit-related payroll processes.Ensure execution of timely and accurate benefit open enrollment process and oversee benefit administration; engage, educate and support employees, retirees, HR Business Partners and leadership in benefit matters.Maintain vendor relationships including administration and service level agreements.Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits. This includes timely completion of required filings such as Form 5500, CMS submissions, ACA 1095-C reporting, and health and welfare plan audits. Maintain current knowledge of ERISA, IRS regulations, and other relevant legislation.Ensure adherence to all assigned SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls.Research participant records to respond to internal and external information requests, including data verification for audits and compliance.Oversee LTD/STD process and plan provisions to include vendor management, collaborating with HR business partners and EHS professionals, when necessary. Schedule and coordinate meetings and annual/quarterly reviews with healthcare plan providers.Assist with key metrics, reporting and dashboards of benefits plans and programs.Responsible for proper storage of updated agreements, contracts and documents.Update plan documents and benefit policies.Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications:

Key Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Proven experience with administering employee benefit programs. Self-motivated, independent thinker with strong organizational and project management skills. Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving capabilities.  Experience working with external vendors and consultants.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, confidential), effectively communicating across all levels of the organization with professionalism and discretion.Ability to identify and implement process improvements and support change initiatives.In-depth knowledge of HR and benefits-related laws and compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree required. Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in employee benefits administration.Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; experience with SAP and SuccessFactors preferred
Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


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