Benefits Analyst

Calista Corporation

Regular

JOB SUMMARY:

The Benefits Analyst position will provide technical and analytical support to the Benefits Department in the delivery and accounting of company-sponsored benefit plans, while ensuring benefits compliance with Unions, Service Contracts, ACA, and ERISA. This position will have oversight of and responsibility to support the Company's benefits accounting functions of auditing and reconciling enrollments, premiums/deductions and 401(k) true-ups. Preferred location is Anchorage, AK, remote work will be considered.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Audit and reconcile plan enrollment and termination data.

• Audit and reconcile deductions and contributions in CostPoint.

• Audit and reconcile BEFs submitted to payroll.

• Prepare and/or audit check requests to be submitted to Accounts Payable for detail accuracy per A/P processes, including:

• Benefit vendor payment;

• Benefit claims payment;

• Union payments: pension, dues, H&W;

• Other necessary benefit-related payments.

• Audit and reconcile FSA/HSA deductions to vendor upload files; oversee uploads are transmitted to vendor.

• Work closely with GL Benefit Accountants and assists GL benefit reconciliations.

• Develop and maintain workflows on processes and procedures for benefits HRIS.

• Serve as Benefits Department POC/liaison with Finance Department regarding benefit related issues and pension audits.

• Assist with employee enrollments, open enrollment, and benefit orientations.

• Provide backup to other Benefit Department staff members.

• Provide assistance to update and maintain benefit records and other documents in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

• Assist with annual 401(k) audits.

• Assist with compliance audits.

• Provide ongoing customer services with employees and Union/SCA representatives.

• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

• Perform other duties as directed.

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:

This position has no supervisory functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• General knowledge of employee benefit and insurance plans, best practices, and state and federal compliance and the ability to learn and understand the Company's benefit plan.
• Knowledge of basic accounting and GL principles and practices.
• General understanding of benefit deductions/deduction set-up.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and confidentially process and maintain data with accuracy with minimal oversight.
• Advanced computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Effective oral and technical written communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate complex information to others as well as to present information in front of a group.
• Ability to process a high volume of data with accuracy and meet various deadlines.
• Ability to perform work at a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in-group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Active listening skills: attentiveness when listening to others to understand and ask appropriate questions.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.
• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school required in accounting- or Business-related discipline required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience administering Company-sponsored health insurance plans.
• Two or more years' related benefit experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of benefits and accounting experience preferred.
• Experience working with 401(k) and pension plans strongly preferred.
• Experience working with multi-business lines, union collective bargaining agreements, Service Contract Act (SCA) strongly preferred.
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Certification or PHR preferred.
• Deltek Costpoint, WorkDay and HRIS system experience preferred.
• Ability to pass drug, credit, and background screening.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires the successful candidate to be onsite Monday - Friday during normal business hours with hybrid teleworking optional pending demonstrated job performance. The specific schedule will be determined based on the needs of the team and the successful candidate's demonstrated job performance.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.