Description We are offering a contract foR a Benefits Specialist role based in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, United States. The Benefits Specialist will play a crucial role on the team by managing employee benefits and compensation, using various financial services tools. Responsibilities: Track benefit eligibility and coordinate communications to newly eligible employees, including benefit packets for new hires. Answer general benefit inquiries from employees regarding eligibility for benefit plans, plan designs and options, payroll contribution costs and the enrollment process. Provide front line customer service and support for benefits-related queries. Serve as primary contact to answer employee benefit-related concerns, escalating to the Benefits Manager as needed. Receive, file, and maintain benefit documentation in Company HRIS (HR information systems), UKG Pro. Enroll and terminate employee benefits in HR systems and corresponding insurance carrier websites. Enroll and set up the newly eligible participants into the 401k plan, and other related 401k administrative and recordkeeping duties as assigned. Track and execute benefit transactions, including auditing and updating ongoing benefits eligibility (changes in permanent and part-time status) per Company policy. Work closely with the Leave administrators to coordinate tracking and administer the collection of benefit payroll deductions in arrears, as well as required notifications in cases of COBRA-triggering events. Respond to inquiries from states, including providing mandated employee information and documents related to health insurance coverage. Track activity on 3rd party COBRA vendor website, ensuring required notices are sent to new hires and terminated COBRA-eligible employees. Create and/or facilitate the distribution of end-user reports from the HRIS platform as needed, with various frequency & formats. Other benefits and related HR duties as assigned. Requirements Proficient with HRIS software (UKG Pro & Kronos experience a plus) - not required Strong computer skills in Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook Customer-focused verbal and written communication Collaborative relationship and teamworking skills Effective Time Management/Organizational skills Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .