Benefits Analyst

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Benefits Analyst is responsible for administering and maintaining company benefit and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-and long-term disability, 401(k) plan, workers' compensation, and wellness. This position informs and guides team members on benefit matters regarding eligibility, coverage, and provisions; compiles and maintains benefit records and documentation, and is responsible for compliance activities.

ESSENTAIL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts new-hire benefit orientation

• Respond to benefits inquiries from managers and team members on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes, and other general inquiries

• Enroll team members with benefit carriers as necessary and process life status changes

• Enters changes and benefits enrollments in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information

• Respond to 401(k) inquiries from managers and team members relating to enrollment, plan changes, and contribution amounts; and manage the annual catch-up contribution enrollment

• Facilitates all benefit-related information and communication for team members, retirees, and COBRA for terminated team members

• Perform quality checks on benefits-related data

• Determines benefit eligibility and distributes all benefits enrollment materials to team members

• Administers open enrollment process

• Acts as a liaison with insurance brokers

• Assists with processing and administering leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability, and FMLA as needed

• Provide necessary reports for allocation/billing charges

• Responsible for regulatory reporting activities and requirements; such as notices, Affordable Care Act (ACA), creditable coverage, audits, etc.

• Responsible for recording and providing follow-up on Worker's Compensation; and applicable regulatory obligations (i.e. OSHA 300A)

• Reviews and authorizes all bi-weekly benefit changes for accuracy

• Promotes a healthy lifestyle to team members through communications, wellness program initiatives, and educational events for team members

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge benefits administration processes

• Effectively interprets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other leave law implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities

• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation record keeping and reporting requirements

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel

• Ability to maintain a high-level of confidentiality

• Ability to work independently

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and/or equivalent work experience; plus

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience administering benefits in Human Resources

• Experience working with Ultimate Software (UKG Pro) or similar Human Resources Information System (HRIS) software

Preferred:

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification credential

• CEBS designation a plus

• Business intelligence report writing a plus

RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports To: Vice President, Human Resources

• Directly Manages: None

• Internal and external relationships: Internal management and non-management team members, external benefit vendors, UKG and other regulatory agencies