Benefits Reconciliation Associate

*Benefits Reconciliation Associate* R00032479 Poughkeepsie, NY *Department* Human Resources *Job Family* Administrator *Vassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of a posting. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact *[careers@vassar.edu](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6642221&targetURL=mailto:careers@vassar.edu)*.* *Job Description* *Position Summary* Reporting to the Director of Benefits and Leave Administration, the Benefits Reconciliation Associate processes payments, reconciles expenses, invoices and payroll data, and generates reports to support department operations and accurate benefits administration. This role also coordinates the tuition benefits and supports creating a welcoming and responsive experience for employees when interacting with Human Resources. * * *Responsibilities* * Process the payment of department invoices and reconcile expenditures in alignment with the contracted vendor payment schedules and college financial procedures and provide relevant reports. * Conduct monthly audits of benefits invoices and payroll records to identify and resolve variances and provide relevant reports. * Reconcile and make appropriate journal entries as part of monthly and annual close based on the college's financial processes and procedures. * Coordinate the review, processing, and payment for the tuition benefits program * Generate and review reports to share with benefit vendors, unions, and partner offices. * Process requests for dependent and retiree college identification cards and support dependent audit processes. * Support department responsiveness by welcoming walk-in visitors, assisting with basic forms, answering general questions, and directing employees to other members of Human Resources when appropriate. *Required knowledge, skills and abilities* * Associate's degree and three years of administrative experience or equivalent combination * Two years of experience working with financial transactions * Ability to understand and follow complex rules and procedures, and take action to improve existing processes * Ability to work with complex technical systems to process transaction, create reports and compare information * Strong ability to use standard office software to create and manipulate spreadsheets, communicate effectively and manage tasks * Ability to communicate effectively with audiences with different levels of knowledge or understanding about a process * Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community * Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time * Ability to interact socially with others *Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities* * Bachelor's degree in related field * Five years of administrative experience * Prior experience in a benefits, accounting, banking, or payroll * Experience using complex data and reporting systems including Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and vendor interfaces * Experience with Workday or similar HRIS/financial systems *Compensation * The compensation for this position is $22.37- $29.09 hourly. When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting. *To apply, visit [https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/Benefits-Reconciliation-Associate_R00032479?jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fa7b8078820e&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fed539988210&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c506cf57a48214](https://apptrkr.com/6642221).* Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. [Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency](https://www.jobelephant.com/) jeid-817eaf95471a484ebfab447aee0a11ea

Location: Poughkeepsie, New York, US

Posted Date: 10/21/2025