Benefit Analyst - Employee Benefits Large Group

Kapnick & Company, Inc.

• $80K — $95K *
Troy, NY 12180In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Business, or Economics preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in employee group benefits, specifically with large group clients.
  • Strong understanding of medical claims data and funding arrangements.
  • Demonstrated experience with claims analysis and reporting tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with carrier underwriting tools and agency management systems is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a client-facing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in client meetings, including renewal and strategic discussions.
  • Partner with Client Executives to present claims experience and financial drivers.
  • Serve as an analytical resource for clients regarding claims performance and cost strategies.
  • Support large employer groups with diverse funding arrangements.
  • Perform detailed claims analysis using various analytics platforms.
  • Prepare and deliver claims and utilization reports with insights.
  • Develop and enhance client-facing dashboards and performance reports.

Benefits

  • Team-based approach to client management.
  • Flexibility in work arrangements.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • 11 paid holidays, including your birthday.
  • Profit sharing after a year of service.
  • Potential for bonuses.
  • Supportive workplace culture with various offerings.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Must-Apply Opportunity: Large Group Benefit Analyst

Are you ready to take your benefits expertise to the next level? We're looking for a Large Group Benefit Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and knows how to turn complex data into powerful insights.

In this role, you'll partner with large, sophisticated employer clients-diving deep into claims data, uncovering cost drivers, and helping shape smarter benefit strategies. You'll collaborate closely with Client Executives and internal teams while playing a key role in guiding important benefit decisions.

Why this role stands out:
  • Work with high-profile, complex clients
  • Be a trusted advisor translating data into action
  • Use your analytical skills to directly impact strategy
  • Enjoy a role that blends independence with collaboration

What we're looking for:
  • Strong experience with claims analysis and reporting tools
  • Knowledge of multiple funding arrangements
  • Confidence presenting insights to both clients and internal teams
  • Sharp attention to detail and problem-solving skills

If you're someone who loves connecting the dots, telling the story behind the data, and influencing meaningful decisions-this is your moment.

Apply now and make an impact where it truly counts.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Client-Facing & Consultative Support
  • Participate in client-facing meetings, including renewal reviews, claims reviews, and strategic planning discussions.
  • Partner with Client Executives to present and explain claims experience, utilization trends, and financial drivers in a clear and professional manner.
  • Serve as an analytical resource for clients and internal teams, responding to questions related to claims performance, plan design, and cost containment strategies.
  • Support large employer groups (typically 100+ lives) across a variety of funding arrangements, including fully insured, self-funded, level-funded, reference-based pricing (RBP), and alternative solutions such as direct primary care (DPC).

Claims Analysis & Reporting
  • Perform detailed claims analysis using internal and external analytics platforms and reporting tools.
  • Analyze large and complex claims datasets to identify trends, cost drivers, utilization patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly and ad-hoc claims and utilization reports, including written observations and insights.
  • Translate claims data into actionable insights that support renewal strategy, plan design evaluation, and long-term cost management.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of claims and enrollment data through post-renewal data validation and ongoing maintenance.

Analytics Platforms & Tools
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance client-facing dashboards and reports using Kapnick-approved analytics platforms.
  • Demonstrate strong technical proficiency in navigating, interpreting, and troubleshooting claims analysis tools.
  • Utilize benchmarking and comparative tools to provide context and performance insights for clients and service teams.

Renewal & Market Support
  • Support renewal development by analyzing claims experience, underwriting results, and funding outcomes.
  • Development of RFPs based on internal strategy discussions and follow through with carriers on submissions and quotation status.
  • Prepare financial and analytical summaries to support carrier negotiations and plan recommendations.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
  • Collaborate with internal analytics, service, and client teams to ensure alignment and consistent reporting.
  • Contribute ideas for process improvements, reporting enhancements, and increased efficiency.
  • Assist with department projects and initiatives as assigned.


Requirements

To be considered for the Benefit Advisor position, you should have:
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience4 in employee group benefits, with experience supporting large group clients
• Strong understanding of medical claims data, funding arrangements, renewals, and carrier underwriting
• Demonstrated experience working in claims analysis and reporting tools, with the ability to interpret and explain data to non-technical audiences.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with carrier underwriting tools (employee benefits) and agency management systems preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a client-facing environment.

What's in it for you?
  • A team-based approach to client management
  • Flexibility
  • Full benefits package
  • 11 paid holidays including your birthday!
  • Competitive Salary
  • Profit sharing (after a year of service)
  • Bonus potential
  • A caring workplace culture that has something for everyone

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