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Jeanine Walton

Jeanine Walton

Lansdowne,PA

Summary

  • Well-versed in coordinating different plan types, including medical, dental and vision. Adept at handling routine company benefits needs as well as open enrollment procedures and new hire processing. Seasoned Benefits Manager with background in designing, planning, and implementing corporate benefits programs.
  • Possess strong knowledge of retirement plans, insurance policies, and various employee benefit packages. Skilled at negotiating with vendors and providers to secure cost-effective contracts. Past roles have involved significant improvements in benefits administration efficiency and employee satisfaction rates.
  • Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
  • Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
  • Personable and dedicated customer service representative with extensive experience in industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Benefits Manager/Retirement Program Manager

AmeriHealth Carita
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
03.2014 - Current

Managed oversight of 401(k), pension, deferred compensation, and HSA plans with total assets of $430 million.

Coordinated annual audits for 401(k) and pension plans, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

Executed data analysis and audits to reconcile vendor information with internal systems.

Collaborated with consultants on regulatory changes to ensure plan compliance.

Oversaw processing and validation of 401(k) files, coordinating with Payroll for compliance.

Delivered employee education on benefits through workshops and informational materials.

Directed bi-weekly ACH funding for 401(k), Deferred Compensation, and HSA using FIS Integrity system.

Managed Open Enrollment processes, including communications and internal website development.

Lead Benefit Analyst

AmeriHealth Caritas
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2009 - 12.2011

Supervised team of Benefits Administrators, Leave Specialists, and Retirement Plan Specialists.

Designed and administered health and welfare plans, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.

Managed New Business Activation process for benefits with efficiency and accuracy.

Oversaw benefit consultants, vendors, and brokers to ensure optimal performance.

Maintained competitive benefits position in marketplace through strategic analysis.

Managed 401(k), deferred compensation, and pension plans with program implementation and changes.

Performed thorough data audits between vendors and internal systems to ensure accuracy.

Coordinated with external consultants on regulatory changes to maintain compliance.

Senior Benefits Specialist

AmeriHealth Caritas
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2000 - 11.2009

Administered 401(k) and deferred compensation plans, assisting with audits, amendments, and Form 5500 filings.

Managed pension plan consisting of Final Average Earnings and Cash Balance programs, ensuring data integrity.

Executed electronic data transmissions of eligibility files to multiple carriers via web-enabled interfaces.

Oversaw $20 million benefits budget, reallocating departmental expenses and reconciling premiums monthly.

Developed communication plans for open enrollment of various benefit programs, delivering presentations to employees.

Conducted plan design analysis and cost management for renewal and new benefit contracts.

Served as liaison between company and vendors for issue resolution and service optimization.

Led national location strategy development, achieving $300,000 annual savings in the first year.

Human Resources Administrator

AmeriHealth Caritas
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
04.2000 - 11.2000

Conducted new hire orientation, administered Health and Welfare plans a elections in HRMS and carrier systems.

Education

B.A. - Industrial/Organizational Psychology,

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
06-1998

Certification

CERTIFICATES:

PeopleSoft HRMS, Human Resources

PeopleSoft HRMS, Base Benefits and Benefits Administration PeopleSoft HRMS, Query/Crystal

Timeline

Benefits Manager/Retirement Program Manager

AmeriHealth Carita
03.2014 - Current

Lead Benefit Analyst

AmeriHealth Caritas
11.2009 - 12.2011

Senior Benefits Specialist

AmeriHealth Caritas
11.2000 - 11.2009

Human Resources Administrator

AmeriHealth Caritas
04.2000 - 11.2000

B.A. - Industrial/Organizational Psychology,

California University of Pennsylvania
Jeanine Walton