Benefits Analyst

What You’ll Do

• Serve as an assigned contact for day-to-day service and administrative tasks of benefit programs including health & welfare and retirement programs.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of general health benefits, retirement plans, and insurance carrier and company terminology.
• Research and respond to IRS notices regarding ACA compliance and manage the ACA update notification process.
• Review vendor/carrier reports and notices and take appropriate actions.
• Research and resolve employee concerns and issues related to their benefits or system elections.
• Manage and maintain an updated and comprehensive process and procedure library.
• Research discrepancies and collaborate with corporate accounting and payroll to resolve differences relating to employee coverages and payroll deductions.
• Update and maintain benefit-related data in system and vendor systems to ensure accuracy.
• Complete system testing related to annual enrollment, ad-hoc changes, or system upgrades.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of two years in Human Resources or benefit-related role required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources Management, or related experience preferred.
• Strong PC skills and ability to use and administer specialized computer applications.
• Oracle HCM Cloud knowledge is preferred but not required.
• Ability to use and administer specialized computer applications.
• Oracle knowledge preferred but not required.
• Ability to use discretion in working with sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail including the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Prominent problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of applicable regulations related to benefit plans.

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leader.
• Inclusive & collaborative culture.
• Top Workplace USA.
• Top Workplace Iowa.
• Charity and community involvement.
• Outstanding advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing career development.
• Benefits: Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time.
• We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Additional Information

• Travel frequency: 0-10%
• Estimated Salary: $50,000 - $62,000