Job Description

Description

Position Summary

The Benefits Senior Analyst's primary focus will be working with cross-functional teams to identify, implement and maintain mandated paid leave and absence plans. This role will be responsible for staying current on mandated paid leave laws and regulations on a national and local scale. Acts as a project manager and subject matter expert. Works closely with Internal and external counsel, Human Resources, Technology, Payroll, Store Communication and third-party contacts. This role requires knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and compliance in general. May support other compliance projects related to ACA, Part-time PTO, disability, COBRA and Health & Welfare and Retirement plan audits.

ResponsibilitieS

Expectations include but are not limited to:

* Document functional and technical requirements for new leaves and lead cross-functional teams to implement
* Develop communication materials to educate associates on absence plans
* Manage vendor relationships
* Monitor leaves nationwide
* Test absence balances and accruals
* Perform complex reconciliations and internal statistical and financial reporting
* Conduct adhoc reporting and complex analytics
* Ensure compliance, accuracy and timely delivery for 1095-C forms
* Project manage cross-functional initiatives
* Assist with annual plan audits
* Analyze, research trends and monitor competitor benefit survey information to recommend plan changes

Qualifications

Qualifications

* In depth knowledge of state and local mandated sick pay and absence programs and/or statutory disability plans
* Strong legal interpretation skills
* Well organized - ability to coordinate several complex projects along with core duties Financial acumen
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal
* Ability to influence without authority
* Strong attention to detail
* Strong expertise in MS Excel, HR Access
* Strong technical and analytical skills
* Proven ability to work independently
* Execution focus is critical

Experience and Education

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Human Resources or Legal Compliance
* Experience with Benefits and HR administration systems
* 2-5 years of relevant work experience
* Oracle Cloud Core HR, Benefits is a plus

Note: May perform other duties as assigned

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.