BDO USA, LLP
People & Culture Systems Analyst, Benefits
BDO USA, LLP, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Job Summary
People & Culture Systems Analyst, Benefits will serve as a subject matter expert in implementing and maintaining the benefits systems. In addition, the role will support the day‑to‑day administration of Health and Welfare benefits programs (health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, group travel, group legal, Identity theft protection, cancer services, pet insurance, LTC, backup dependent care, workers comp, life, AD&D, flexible spending plans). The analyst may also be responsible for assisting with leave administration, providing detailed comparative benefit analyses for potential M&A opportunities, assisting with the implementation of new benefit initiatives and completing benefit survey questionnaires.
Job Duties
Serves as a subject matter expert on the benefits systems by identifying gaps, issues and providing resolutions for systems improvement
Analyzes trends in technology that can best fit the business needs
Provides assistance to employees, partners, retirees and COBRA participants on benefit related questions or concerns; researches issues; interprets benefit policies and procedures
Assists with conducting due diligence of benefit programs for potential M&A opportunities, providing a detailed comparative financial benefits analysis
Monitors and audits all benefit plan data sent to benefit carriers and maintains a strong working relationship with benefit carriers as well as internal payroll department
Assists the Leave of Absence Administrator with leave of absence requests including approvals/denials of leave requests, preparation of FMLA documentation, monitor and track leaves of absence and maintenance of records
Maintains the integrity of data on all benefit programs offered to employee, partner retirees and COBRA participants
Assists with creation and implementation of new benefit initiatives, including preparation and administration of annual open enrollment, wellness plan design and benefits system capabilities
Reviews plans and stays current on current and proposed legislation, including ACA, HIPAA and other compliance requirements for health and welfare plans
Participates in and completes benefits survey questionnaires and submits to third party consultants for their use in creating surveys
Documents and maintains administrative procedures for benefit processes
Researches and prepares ACA reporting, monthly plan financial reporting and compiles metrics for detailed benefits analysis and assists in making recommendations for leadership
Participates in People & Culture Projects and performs related duties as assigned
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education
Bachelor's Degree or Associate's degree preferably in Business Administration, Human Resource or Finance required
Experience
3+ years' benefits/HR experience, required
Prior experience with benefits system administration and implementation, including but not limited to ensuring the accuracy of data and system testing, required
Experience with self‑insured health care plans, preferred
Advanced skill in Excel spreadsheet creation and analysis, preferred
License(s)/Certification(s)
CEBS, preferred
PHR, preferred
Software
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working with Oracle HCM, preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, client service and organization skills
Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing, and compliance requirements both adopted and pending affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare, Social Security and DOL requirements preferred
Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills along with attention to detail
Ability to successfully multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline‑driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients
Capable of maintaining confidential information and matters with discretion
Strong working knowledge of HR policies and practices
Ability to communicate with all levels of leadership while providing a high level of customer service and confidentiality
Ability to adapt communication style to successfully convey messages and objectives to diverse audience
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Maryland Range: $75,000 - $80,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 - $80,000
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Job Duties
Serves as a subject matter expert on the benefits systems by identifying gaps, issues and providing resolutions for systems improvement
Analyzes trends in technology that can best fit the business needs
Provides assistance to employees, partners, retirees and COBRA participants on benefit related questions or concerns; researches issues; interprets benefit policies and procedures
Assists with conducting due diligence of benefit programs for potential M&A opportunities, providing a detailed comparative financial benefits analysis
Monitors and audits all benefit plan data sent to benefit carriers and maintains a strong working relationship with benefit carriers as well as internal payroll department
Assists the Leave of Absence Administrator with leave of absence requests including approvals/denials of leave requests, preparation of FMLA documentation, monitor and track leaves of absence and maintenance of records
Maintains the integrity of data on all benefit programs offered to employee, partner retirees and COBRA participants
Assists with creation and implementation of new benefit initiatives, including preparation and administration of annual open enrollment, wellness plan design and benefits system capabilities
Reviews plans and stays current on current and proposed legislation, including ACA, HIPAA and other compliance requirements for health and welfare plans
Participates in and completes benefits survey questionnaires and submits to third party consultants for their use in creating surveys
Documents and maintains administrative procedures for benefit processes
Researches and prepares ACA reporting, monthly plan financial reporting and compiles metrics for detailed benefits analysis and assists in making recommendations for leadership
Participates in People & Culture Projects and performs related duties as assigned
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education
Bachelor's Degree or Associate's degree preferably in Business Administration, Human Resource or Finance required
Experience
3+ years' benefits/HR experience, required
Prior experience with benefits system administration and implementation, including but not limited to ensuring the accuracy of data and system testing, required
Experience with self‑insured health care plans, preferred
Advanced skill in Excel spreadsheet creation and analysis, preferred
License(s)/Certification(s)
CEBS, preferred
PHR, preferred
Software
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working with Oracle HCM, preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, client service and organization skills
Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing, and compliance requirements both adopted and pending affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare, Social Security and DOL requirements preferred
Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills along with attention to detail
Ability to successfully multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline‑driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients
Capable of maintaining confidential information and matters with discretion
Strong working knowledge of HR policies and practices
Ability to communicate with all levels of leadership while providing a high level of customer service and confidentiality
Ability to adapt communication style to successfully convey messages and objectives to diverse audience
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Maryland Range: $75,000 - $80,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 - $80,000
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