Benefits Advisor - Pension and 401K

Description Valero is the best‑in‑class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community. As a Benefits Advisor you will, under limited supervision, maintain the pension administration system and support pension administration activities. At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can: Utilize intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, validation, reconciliation, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting tools, to analyze data and ensure data accuracy. Update and verify data for accuracy from the payroll system and other sources to ensure accurate calculations are produced through the pension system. Manage the pension system through direct communications/collaboration with software vendor and in‑house personnel, payroll and/or IT staff to apply upgrades/enhancements, troubleshoot system and data problems and ensure pension system data integrity. Analyze data results for pension batch processing, annual benefit and pension statements, actuarial valuations, annual audit reports and other projects. Extract data from the pension system for data evaluation and various reporting. Process pension packages and estimates daily from participant requests, retirements, etc. Assist with managing incoming calls and monitoring the department email box. Analyze government regulations, benefit program trends, and prevailing practices among similar organizations. Prepare and communicate government‑mandated disclosures. Remain current on HIPAA, compliance; participate in the preparation and coordination of benefit plan audits for compliance with HIPAA, SOX, or other government regulations. Coordinate transfer of data and create reports for external vendors, plan providers, auditors, other Valero departments, management, and consultants. This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay. Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. 2 years of professional‑level human resources work that includes pension and 401k experience required. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, validation, reconciliation, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting tools, to analyze data and ensure data accuracy required. Able and willing to work on‑site, in‑person at the Valero San Antonio location, required. Preferred Requirements Working knowledge of SAP payroll reporting or other payroll system reporting preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources preferred. Benefits Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting Company‑sponsored Pension Plan Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs Onsite Daycare Center Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician) Onsite Pharmacy State‑of‑the‑art 24‑hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location. All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valero Service