Benefits Specialist

Driven to be the Best

People. Performance. Purpose.

At Avis Budget Group, we're driven to be the best vehicle rental company in the world, together. Our 25,000 employees raise the bar every day, bringing different perspectives, taking ownership, and leading with integrity. We're defining the future of mobility with safe, sustainable solutions that move people, businesses, and communities forward.

We are seeking a full-time Benefits Specialist at our corporate headquarters in Parsippany, NJ to join the human resources division. This role is responsible for the administration of all US and Canada benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, leave and disability, and retirement benefits.

In this role, you will support the day-to-day administration of the company's employee benefit programs within the Total Rewards function. This role ensures accurate processing of benefit transactions, provides exceptional service to employees, and maintains compliance with established policies and procedures. The Benefits Specialist collaborates closely with HR, Payroll, and external vendors to ensure accurate administration and seamless employee experience. This role will start on site eventually transitioning to Hybrid (3 Days in Office) following training.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with the day-to-day benefits administration, HSA, ACA, 401(k) and Pension Plans

• Responsible for payment of benefits invoices, reconciliation, and data audits

• Help maintain internal benefits compliance calendar and support all benefit compliance initiatives

• Support open enrollment activities including communications, testing, and system validation

• Respond to escalated employee cases regarding plan coverage, eligibility, and processes

• Assist in ensuring that our benefits operations are compliant with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

• Assist and support wellness initiatives, communication and events

• Coordinate with benefits vendors and third-party administrators to resolve issues

• Help prepare benefits communications, reports, and presentations

• Participate in audits and data reconciliation activities

• Support benefit communication initiatives and ensure all benefits materials are easy-to-find, posted on the company intranet and are consistently updated as needed

• Participate in benefits projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned

• Assist with the benefits renewal process, including gathering data, reviewing plan materials, preparing for open enrollment and communications support as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Perks You'll Get:

• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Voluntary Benefits including Group Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.

• Company paid Basic Life/AD&D and access to Voluntary/Dependent Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions.

• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars.

• Company paid for Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care services and more.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field.

• 1-2 years of experience in human resources, with benefits administration a plus.

• A detailed-oriented, analytical thinker, who naturally takes initiative and solves problems.

• Understanding of employee benefit fundamentals

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

The annual starting salary for this position is between$70,000 - $85,000annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Who We Are:

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we're moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.

Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.

We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.