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Benefits Specialist

Equinox Gold
Elko, USA
Full-time
Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

Full Job Posting

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
  • Administer ancillary benefit programs such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance.
  • Coordinate annual open enrollment activities.
  • Resolve claim issues and enrollment discrepancies.
  • Coordinate leave and disability programs for occupational and nonoccupational injuries and illnesses.
  • Support programs related to occupational health, wellness, and employee assistance services.
  • Oversee the preparation and processing of biweekly payrolls.
  • Review payroll data for accuracy before final submission.
  • Ensure proper calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and taxes.
  • Verify timekeeping and attendance records.
  • Work closely with the finance department to reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger transactions.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor payroll staff.
  • Develop and maintain payroll procedures and internal controls.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations affecting benefits programs.
  • Maintain required documentation and conduct audits of benefits data.
  • Prepare reports related to benefit participation, costs, and trends.
  • Explain benefit options and eligibility requirements.
  • Respond to employee questions regarding medical coverage, retirement plans, leave programs, and claims.
  • Conduct new-hire benefit orientations and employee education sessions.
  • Required Experience & Skills
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in human resources, payroll, and benefits.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mining industry.
  • Strong understanding of benefits regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with payroll regulations, payroll systems, and HRIS platforms.
  • Strong leadership and employee relations capabilities.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.
  • Working knowledge of U.S. and Nevada employment and labor laws.
  • Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Familiarity with data protection regulations and protocols.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license
  • Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
  • At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

  • Familiarity with payroll regulations, payroll systems, and HRIS platforms.
  • Familiarity with data protection regulations and protocols.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.

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