Benefits Analyst

The Benefits Analyst is responsible for assisting in the development implementation and administration of employee benefit programs ensuring compliance with company policies legal regulations and a positive employee experience. This includes data analysis reporting supporting HRIS system implementations and resolving benefit-related issues.  This role also supports leave of absence management and ADA accommodations.

Job responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain all employee benefit plans including health dental vision life retirement and wellness programs.
• Manage day-to-day transactions and data within HRIS and benefits administration platforms conducting regular audits for accuracy.
• Guide and support employees in understanding and utilizing benefit programs; act as a main point of contact for benefit-related inquiries
• Administer leave of absence programs (FMLA ADA state-specific leaves STD/LTD) including eligibility approval and return-to-work processes.
• Oversee and track ADA accommodation requests collaborating with leadership and legal to ensure policies and processes are compliant and employee needs are met
• Lead and coordinate annual open enrollment qualifying life events and new hire benefit onboarding
• Analyze benefit utilization and costs preparing regular reports to inform plan design recommendations and strategic decisions
• Liaise with vendors brokers and third-party administrators resolving complex issues and billing discrepancies
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of benefit communications and compliance documentation
• Responsible for all reporting and compliance with all benefits related matters such as ACA 5500 and discrimination testing including 401(k).
• Ensure legal compliance with ERISA ACA HIPAA COBRA and state regulations.
• Development and execution of wellness initiatives and strategy.
• Regular in-person attendance up to 5 days per week on campus/on site is an essential function of this position.
• This role requires on-site collaboration with students faculty and staff.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications :

Education Experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors Degree preferred but not required
• 5 years of relevant experience in employee benefits leave management and ADA accommodation processes
• Strong knowledge of benefit program regulations (ERISA COBRA HIPAA FMLA ADA) and best practices
• Experience with leave of absence management and ADA accommodation processes.
• Clear and compassionate communication skills; experience supporting employees and working with cross-functional teams
• High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential HR data
• Excellent interpersonal and technical support skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with human resource policies and procedures.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously in a fast paced deadline driven environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word and PowerPoint) and/or related software.
• Thorough understanding of all areas of information systems with a highly technical understanding of at least one commercial HRIS product.
• Ability to work independently within prescribed guidelines or as a team member.
• Performs job under general supervision and work with specialized or technical positions requiring specialist training experience or knowledge.
• Exposure to multi-state benefits administration is desirable.

Additional Information :

We Offer:

• Medical Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks starting Vacation per year.  Increasing based on years of service with company
• 10 paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1xs your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time