Benefits Analyst

Benefits Analyst

The role of the Benefits Analyst is to administer all health and welfare benefit programs, assist with the implementation of new processes and programs, as well as ensure compliance. This position will have direct interaction with HR teams to ensure all aspects of benefits during employment lifecycle are efficient. This includes but is not limited to working with external vendors, assisting HR teams with benefit related questions and working with all US locations in resolving administrative issues.

Responsibilities

• Day to day administration of H&W Plans and Wellness Programs for all U.S. based locations. This position works closely with external vendors, internal payroll, HRIS, and HR contacts.
• Has accountability to administer programs in compliance with provisions of Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Check the disability claim status on a weekly basis and collaborate with the payroll team for benefit payments
• Trouble shoot and fix benefit transmission errors
• Assist with Annual Enrollment activities
• Update the internal and external benefit website pages to ensure accuracy of data and policies
• Process allocation of expenses and vendor invoices.
• Perform 401k funding activity as needed
• Resolve benefit issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure fairness and compliance.
• Prepare communication materials as needed, including periodic benefits updates and website updates
• Coordinate wellness activities with the vendors and take lead in organizing fairs at locations.
• Perform various benefits audit and data quality checks as needed.
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines, multi-tasking and continual shifting of top priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in HR and/or benefits administration required.
• Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
• Must possess a strong comfort level working with HR-related technology and systems.
• Must have experience building relationships with vendors, advisors, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration, support, and service.
• Requires demonstrated excellence in interpreting and explaining benefits plans and policy features to a broad audience with variable familiarity with benefits.
• Should be proficient in MS-Office