Senior Benefit Analyst

Senior Benefits AnalystWelcome to Haleon. We're a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we've grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.Now it's time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.We are currently recruiting for a Senior Benefits Analyst. This position will report to the Head of Americas Benefits and will be based in the Warren, NJ office.The Senior Benefits Analyst will combine benefits expertise, analytical capability, and operational discipline to ensure benefit plans and programs are administered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.The Senior Benefits Analyst will also support annual enrollment, vendor management, compliance activities, financial reconciliation, audits, reporting, and continuous process improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the funding process from payroll systems to vendors for U.S. and Puerto Rico 401(k) plans, including analysis, reconciliation, timely wire processing, and issue resolution with recordkeepers.Monitor benefit data feeds, eligibility files, payroll deductions, vendor reports, and system outputs to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.Support annual enrollment activities, including third-party administrator enrollment testing, employee communications, benefit fairs, issue tracking, and post-enrollment audits.Assist with audits, regulatory filings, plan document updates, plan amendments, required notices, and other compliance deliverables.Prepare reports, reconciliations, financial data analysis and interpretation to support benefit operations, vendor performance, plan governance, and leadership decision-making.Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve the employee experience, reduce manual effort, and strengthen data accuracy.Maintain and enhance internal processes, standard operating procedures, documentation, controls, and audit-ready records.Support benefit and leave of absence related projects, plan changes, implementations, communications, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.Oversee vendor administration for medical, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, 401(k), deferred compensation, employee, and retiree benefit programs.Ensure ongoing compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.Partner with internal stakeholders, vendors, payroll, HR operations, finance, legal, and external consultants to resolve benefit, eligibility, funding, and compliance matters.Research and resolve escalated employee and retiree benefit issues, ensuring responses are accurate, timely, and aligned with plan provisions.*This role is based in Warren, NJ, and follows a hybrid model, requiring an in-office presence of 3 days per week.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.5+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits administration, benefits operations, total rewards, HR operations, or a related function, with a strong emphasis on data analysis, reporting, reconciliation, and using insights to support operational decisions.Proven expertise in analyzing complex benefits data, performing detailed reconciliations and audits, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues with accuracy, sound judgment, and rigorous attention to detail.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze large data sets, identify discrepancies, and present findings clearly.Demonstrated experience working with benefit vendors, recordkeepers, third-party administrators, payroll teams, and HR systems.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex benefit topics clearly to employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other applicable benefits-related regulations.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting related financial accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and variance analysis to inform plan management and data-driven decision-makingExperience with 401(k) plan administration, nondiscrimination testing, audits, Form 5500 support, and retirement plan funding processes.Experience with HRIS, benefits administration platforms, payroll systems, and vendor file integrations.Experience supporting annual enrollment, benefit communications, and employee education initiatives.The salary range for this role is: $ 78,238 - $107,576 USD annually plus an annual bonus.BenefitsHaleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family. We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering.Job Posting End Date2026-09-23Equal OpportunitiesHaleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It's important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.Accommodation RequestsIf you require a reasonable accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please contact us by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include the following in your email: Use subject line: 'Haleon Careers: Job Accommodation Request' Your Name and contact information Requisition ID and Job Title you are interested in Location of Requisition (city/state or province/country) Description of specific accommodation you are requesting Please note: Resumes, CVs, or other requests outside of accommodation support submitted to this email box will not be accepted.Note to CandidatesThe Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). 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