HR Benefits Admin & Analytics II
Wells Enterprises, Inc.
Sioux City, IA
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on February 7, 2019
HR Benefits Admin & Analytics II
Description:
Researches, analyzes, evaluates, and administers system benefit plans and programs to meet the organization`s strategy. Performs day-to-day and routine administrative Benefit functions including audits, system changes, test scripts and report writing ensuring data integrity and the processing and reporting of Benefits data. Handles problems and non-routine situations by determining the best approach or action to take and interprets guidelines, procedures, policies, legislation and practices. Provides reports to management regarding employee benefits data.
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Researching, analyzing, evaluating, and assisting with the administration of the company benefit programs including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, flex plan, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) and pension plans for employees in compliance with Federal and State requirements. Responsible for participating in market benefit benchmarking and surveys and analyzing results to determine the organizations competitive position.
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Administer and communicate benefits programs related to plan options, policy features, enrollment, eligibility and other requirements. Survey market intelligence to determine Company's competitive position in employee benefits. Actively participate in planning, developing, and redesigning Company benefits programs and analyzing benefits costs. Assists in the coordination, implementation and maintenance of newly integrated programs.
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Prepares management reporting and reports, ensuring accuracy of employee data in HRIS. Monitors and improves data collection and reporting procedures for efficiency. Responsible for creating and generating standard and ad hoc HCM reports as well as providing analysis. Identify and reconcile discrepancies between system and control documents through audits and system tests.
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Reviews and properly interprets Summary Plan Descriptions and plan documents as well as company policies and procedures relative to employee benefit plans. Assists in handling benefit inquiries and complaints that are not resolved by internal HR customer service representative(s). Participates in implementation of special projects.
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Audit and ensure accuracy of benefit enrollment, benefit changes, new hires or terminations from HRIS and vendor systems and resolve any issues or discrepancies; work with HR partners on benefit follow-ups. Maintains and updates the HRIS benefit component as necessary to implement benefit plan changes, rates, and system generated materials.
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Point of contact for benefits data management in HRIS. Oversee and perform benefits programing in HRIS; resolve issues with the system; research and implement enhancements and automation related to benefits processes. Ensure vendor file feed integrations run smoothly and accurately. Serve as back up for HRIS core administrator.
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Maintains compliance with all local, state and federal legal requirements as it relates to Wells benefit plans and policies.
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Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current benefits issues, trends, and regulations. Helps in providing information and legal postings to TR Coordinator for posting on BunnyNet TR page.
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Assists with verifying plan information is updated and issues are resolved, including payment of premiums and invoice reconciliation. Supports Benefits Manager with claim appeals through research, analysis and providing recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field; with CEBS certification preferred
- 3-5 years administration and/or analysis experience, preferably in HR field and directly in benefits ideal. Manufacturing and union knowledge beneficial.
- Reporting, interpretation, analysis and research method knowledge. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the HR benefits arena. Overall knowledge of HR principals. Previous HRIS system knowledge required.
- Strong analytical and attention to detail skills; Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including writing and verbal communication; proven organizational and customer service skills; Competent time management skills and the ability to meet established deadlines are essential; proficient in Microsoft programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
- Ability to set priorities, multi-task, and meet established deadlines. Position requires professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality of all employee data. Ability to problem-solve and analysis processes for continuous improvement.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Di