Keri Winkler
Jenison,MI
Summary
Results-oriented Benefits Manager with 7+ years of experience in maintaining controls for large and mid-size corporations. Highly skilled in fast-paced environments and collaborating with diverse management levels. Expertise includes HR management, candidate vetting, employee relations, and wellness workshops. Committed to driving company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefits Manager
CAI
Allentown, PA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed and administered employee benefit programs, including health insurance, 401 plans, vacation and sick leave policies, and disability benefits.
- Managed vendor relationships with third-party providers of benefits services.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their benefit plans or eligibility status.
- Investigated discrepancies between reported information received from vendors and internal records.
- Assessed compliance with plan frameworks, company standards and legal statutes.
- Conducted periodic audits of employee benefit records to ensure accuracy.
- Researched and evaluated new benefit options to determine cost-effectiveness for the company.
Sr. Benefits Specialist
Learning Technologies Group
Raleigh, NC
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Analyzed current benefits plans, evaluated trends, and recommended changes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented benefit programs to meet company objectives.
- Facilitated employee meetings regarding benefit plan options and enrollment processes.
- Reviewed claims for accuracy and processed payments in a timely manner.
- Managed the annual open enrollment process including communication of available coverage options.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure that all services are provided as agreed upon in contracts.
- Processed paperwork for terminations, retirements, leaves of absence, disability claims., ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted audits of payroll deductions to verify accuracy of billing from insurance carriers.
- Resolved issues between employees and dependents and carriers promptly.
Benefits Manager
Gun Lake Casino
Wayland, MI
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed and administered employee benefit programs, including health insurance, 401 plans, vacation and sick leave policies, and disability benefits.
- Researched and evaluated new benefit options to determine cost-effectiveness for the company.
- Conducted periodic audits of employee benefit records to ensure accuracy.
- Provided guidance and support to employees regarding their benefits packages.
- Managed vendor relationships with third-party providers of benefits services.
- Assisted with the development of annual budgets for all benefit programs.
- Developed procedures for tracking enrollment in various benefit plans.
- Coordinated open enrollment periods by creating timelines, developing materials, scheduleing meetings.
Benefits Specialist
BMC - Building Materials & Construction Solutions
Raleigh, NC
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Processed benefit enrollment forms, changes, and terminations.
- Researched and resolved employee inquiries regarding benefits programs.
- Compiled data from various sources for reporting purposes.
- Monitored compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employee benefits.
- Assisted employees with benefits enrollment and changes, providing guidance on plan options and implications.
- Collaborated with HRIS team to ensure benefits data integrity and streamline enrollment processes.
- Administered leave programs such as FMLA, PTO, and disability leave, ensuring compliance and proper tracking.
- Resolved employee issues related to benefits, serving as a liaison between employees and insurance providers.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
South University
Savannah, GACertification - CEBS, CEBS Compliance Or E-Learning
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Chicago, ILSkills
- Medical insurance understanding
- Vendor Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Benefits Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Employee communication
- HR information systems
- Data Entry
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Claims Management
Accomplishments
· Implemented wellness programs resulting in a 40% increase in employee participation to reduce Monthly premiums for self-insured plans
· Reduce Annual Benefit cost by 8% through vendor negotiation and cost analysis
· Managed open enrollment and employee onboarding, achieving a 85% satisfaction rate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Benefits Manager
CAI
01.2024 - 07.2024
Benefits Manager
Gun Lake Casino
02.2023 - 01.2024
Sr. Benefits Specialist
Learning Technologies Group
08.2021 - 03.2024
Benefits Specialist
BMC - Building Materials & Construction Solutions
10.2019 - 08.2021
MBA - Business Administration
South University
Certification - CEBS, CEBS Compliance Or E-Learning
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
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