Benefits Specialist

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers' needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at


We are currently looking for a Senior Benefits Specialist for our Owensboro, KY office.


POSITION DESCRIPTION:


The individual in this position will have dual responsibility for benefits accounting and internal customer support through the Boardwalk Benefits Service Center. Prepare financial statements and Form 5500s for multiple benefit plans in compliance with ERISA requirements. Prepare and analyze monthly account analyses. Work with internal and external auditors to demonstrate compliance with Sarbanes Oxley and appropriate internal controls. In addition, this person will be responsible to coordinate and provide internal customer support for employee benefit programs for active, retired, and disabled employees. Benefit programs include medical, dental, life, short and long term disability, cancer, vision, FSA, and COBRA. Internal customer support involves acting as a liaison between employees and benefit providers to resolve benefit related problems and ensure effective utilization of the plans. Will also develop, implement, and follow administrative procedures to monitor and reduce costs, improve delivery of programs, and ensure compliance.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent computer skills, verbal communication skills, and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal skills

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Benefits accounting experience.
• Internal customer service experience.
• 3-5 years experience in employee benefit plans administration.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Basic HRIS experience.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.