Client Support Specialist

Client Support Specialist Location Hybrid work in Williamsville, NY :

Job Overview The Client Support Specialist will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and communication, day to-day administration, service delivery of employee benefit plans, including reimbursement plans such as FSA, DCA, HRA, HSA, Parking, Transit and Lifestyle/Wellness. These duties must be performed in a timely manner consistent with our established performance standards and client specific performance guarantees as required. Coordinates and administers assigned case load to ensure optimal client/customer satisfaction, making note of all plan provisions with attention to any special administrative requirements. Performs all phases of administrative procedures in accordance with plan specifications, government regulations, and departmental procedures.

Duties

• Performs all necessary IRS (Internal Revenue Service) non-discrimination tests.
• Assists clients and participants with understanding and interpretation of plan documentation such as original and amended plan text when applicable.
• Collaborates with the sales and new business teams to identify ways to improve the overall customer experience.
• Prepares various types of reports for clients as needed.
• Respond to all emails and voice mails within department standards, paying close attention to detail.
• Assist P&A Participant Support Center with related questions and issues as needed
• Monitor, research and correct Administrative Reports for both the Employer and Plan participants as required per department policy
• Ensure payroll files are received prior to the client pay date and on an as needed basis • Investigate and resolve participant/client inquiries & problems timely; escalate and needed.
• Reconciles and monitors the posting of employer deposits, accounting for all changes, terminations, and new hires.
• Posts and records payments received by the employer on a timely basis.
• Performs operational/functional internal audits as required.
• Keep the Department Manager & Supervisor fully informed on all problems or unusual matters of significance and escalate when necessary

Skills

• Proven experience in customer service, and excel
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior P&A and/or benefit administration experience preferred.
• Excellent project management abilities to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey information clearly to clients.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain long-term relationships through effective account management.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management strategies that enhance client engagement.

Join us as a Client Services Specialist where your contributions will directly impact our clients' success and satisfaction!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Williamsville, NY 14221