Strategic Benefits Analyst — Workday & Cost Optimization

TRC Talent Solutions is partnering with a growing wealth management firm seeking a full-time Benefits Analyst to support a sophisticated total rewards portfolio within a rapidly scaling organization. This is a strong opportunity to join a high-performing team that prioritizes employee experience, financial security, and operational excellence for thousands of advisors and employees. Summary The Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration, optimization, and financial integrity of the company’s employee benefit programs. This role partners closely with vendors, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and internal stakeholders to ensure plans are administered accurately, compliantly, and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in benefits administration, Workday Benefits, self-billing, and financial reconciliation. Responsibilities Administer health and welfare, retirement, and ancillary benefit plans Manage enrollments, eligibility, status changes, terminations, and employee support Configure and maintain benefit plans within Workday Benefits Serve as the escalation point for complex benefits issues and vendor concerns Manage carrier, broker, and TPA relationships and resolve billing discrepancies Own monthly self-billed and fully insured invoice reconciliation processes Partner with Payroll and Finance on billing accuracy, GL analysis, and timely payments Support audits, ACA reporting, COBRA, 401(k) audits, and compliance activities Produce reporting and analysis using Workday and Excel to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities Support open enrollment, process improvements, and benefits-related projects Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required 5–8 years of benefits administration experience with ownership of complex processes Strong experience managing vendors, self-billing, and invoice reconciliation Advanced Workday Benefits experience including configuration, audits, and reporting Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliation analysis Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment Preferred Experience supporting large or multi-state employee populations Experience with self-funded plans Exposure to benefits renewals, implementations, or M&A transitions CBP, CEBS, or related certification preferred TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr TRC Talent Solutions