Overseeing health and other insurance coverage for qualified employees is another part of benefits administration. Payments must be made to the insurance provider timely. Individuals that handle administration also introduce the benefit plan for new employees who complete the probationary period. Overseeing the functioning of retirement plan programs is also part of administration. Payroll deductions must be in place for eligible employees, making sure that any matching funds by the employer are applied in a timely and proper manner.