Benefit Analyst

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Overview

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the delivery of benefits in accordance with plan rules and company policies for Health and Welfare and 401K program.

• Facilitates timely resolution of escalated associate benefits related issues.

• Provides technical research and interpretation of benefit plan provision and processes.

• Partners with HRIS and Payroll associates to ensure accuracy of employee data.

• Provides exceptional customer service to HR Business partners.

• Supports annual enrollment through setup, testing and implementation.

• Maintains required plan documentation, summaries, educational, and communications materials.

• Participates in annual renewal project which includes planning, communications, testing, rollout and ongoing administration.

• Assists in the setup and onboarding of newly acquired properties to the benefits plans.

• Supports administration of 401k plans including funding, compliance testing and auditing.

• Ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including ACA, COBRA regulations, and enhance reporting processes. Stays abreast of federal, state and local compensation and benefits laws and emerging regulations.

• Administer and support leave of absence programs (e.g. FMLA, STD, LTD, state and local leave) by coordinating with associates, managers, and third-party vendors to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Consults with property Human Resources on their benefit needs and handles escalated property claims.

• Tracks and reconciles benefit plan invoices and addresses billing discrepancies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalency of direct relevant experience.

• Prior experience in benefits in a growing business with multiple units.

• 3+ years previous experience managing methodologies, policies and practices within the HR, preferably in benefits.

• 3+ years previous experience managing HR technology (preferable experience with Workday).

• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English.

• Advanced MS Office skills used in data analysis such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.

• Knowledge of ERISA, HIPPA, ACA, FMLA, and other regulatory requirements that apply to benefits administration.

• Ability to deal in confidence with sensitive proprietary and personal information

• Strong project management and prioritization skills.

Compensation

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.