Benefits Compliance Contractor

About Us Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes. Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy. LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all. We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition. A home for everyone. Overview Part of the Human Resources team, you are the driving force behind building a strong employee culture. Your role will evolve with changing organizational needs as you foster a positive working environment and support the overall success of the business. You act as the bridge between management and employees to ensure the workplace nurtures productivity and growth. With your expertise in addressing the diverse needs of employees, you will contribute significantly to our organization's success and ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent. Responsibilities Provide short-term, dedicated support to ensure compliance, audit readiness, and stabilization of benefits operations, with a focus on retiree benefits administration, regulatory requirements, and process control improvements during a critical period of operational demand. Compliance & Audit Support – Support ACA, 401(k), and benefits compliance activities; respond to audit requests; validate data and documentation (e.g., Deloitte audit support) Retiree Benefits Administration (Compliance-Focused) – Manage retiree eligibility, enrollment, billing validation, and vendor coordination (medical, COBRA, Medicare-related plans) Health & Welfare Plan Governance – Support governance for active and retiree populations; ensure alignment between plan design, system configuration, and vendor outputs Process Controls & Audit Readiness – Document SOPs, perform reconciliations, support control checks, and identify/remediate compliance gaps Vendor & Data Coordination – Partner with vendors (Aon, carriers, COBRA administrators) to resolve discrepancies and validate data across systems Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in Benefits Administration, Compliance, or HR Operations Experience supporting audits (e.g., Deloitte, external auditors) Experience in a complex, multi-vendor benefits environment Strong knowledge of health & welfare benefits, 401(k), and ERISA Experience with benefits compliance and regulatory reporting Ability to analyze and validate large datasets across systems and vendors Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-demand environment Experience with benefits integrations and vendor file management Knowledge of retiree benefits administration and Medicare coordination CEBS, SHRM-CP/SCP, or similar certification Hiring Range This is a contract position, the pay rate is $50.00 per hour. All equipment is provided, and you will be working remote with the ability to come onsite 1 day per week to Piscataway, NJ and when needed . EEO Statement AS, AMERICA INC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: AS, AMERICA INC does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to AS, AMERICA INC. or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by AS, AMERICA INC. internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of AS, AMERICA INC. and will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto. Provide short-term, dedicated support to ensure compliance, audit readiness, and stabilization of benefits operations, with a focus on retiree benefits administration, regulatory requirements, and process control improvements during a critical period of operational demand. Compliance & Audit Support – Support ACA, 401(k), and benefits compliance activities; respond to audit requests; validate data and documentation (e.g., Deloitte audit support) Retiree Benefits Administration (Compliance-Focused) – Manage retiree eligibility, enrollment, billing validation, and vendor coordination (medical, COBRA, Medicare-related plans) Health & Welfare Plan Governance – Support governance for active and retiree populations; ensure alignment between plan design, system configuration, and vendor outputs Process Controls & Audit Readiness – Document SOPs, perform reconciliations, support control checks, and identify/remediate compliance gaps Vendor & Data Coordination – Partner with vendors (Aon, carriers, COBRA administrators) to resolve discrepancies and validate data across systems Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in Benefits Administration, Compliance, or HR Operations Experience supporting audits (e.g., Deloitte, external auditors) Experience in a complex, multi-vendor benefits environment Strong knowledge of health & welfare benefits, 401(k), and ERISA Experience with benefits compliance and regulatory reporting Ability to analyze and validate large datasets across systems and vendors Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-demand environment Experience with benefits integrations and vendor file management Knowledge of retiree benefits administration and Medicare coordination CEBS, SHRM-CP/SCP, or similar certification