Assurant

Benefits Analyst

Assurant • $64K — $108K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in benefits administration, total rewards, compensation & benefits, or related HR analytical roles.
  • Advanced Excel skills e.g., formula reading/writing, pivot tables, V-lookups.
  • Familiarity with benefits audits and compliance filing.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the U.S. benefits compliance calendar and documentation for audit readiness.
  • Coordinate compliance deliverables including Form 5500 filings and ACA reporting support.
  • Track compliance activities performed by vendors and internal partners to strengthen governance.
  • Identify trends and opportunities in benefits data to inform recommendations and improvements.
  • Track benefits program expenses and maintain financial visibility for budget discipline.
  • Support benefit-related projects including M&A due diligence and Open Enrollment activities.
  • Develop SOPs and project documentation to ensure operational effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse team in a regulatory-focused environment.
  • Engagement in M&A activities and system enhancements.
  • Exposure to financial tracking and vendor administration processes.
  • Access to advanced data analytics and reporting tools.
  • Collaborative environment working across various functional areas.
Full Job Description
Overview of Position

As part of the Total Rewards & Wellbeing team, this role supports the governance, compliance, analysis, and operational execution of Assurant's benefits programs, with primary focus on health and welfare benefits, regulatory requirements, vendor administration, financial tracking, and program reporting. The role helps strengthen compliance readiness, improve data quality, support informed decision-making, and enable efficient program management across the Benefits function.

Benefits Compliance, Governance & Risk Management - 40%
  • Maintain the U.S. benefits compliance calendar, trackers, and supporting documentation to enable timely execution, oversight, and audit readiness.
  • Coordinate recurring compliance deliverables, including Form 5500 filings, nondiscrimination testing, ACA reporting support, RxDC submissions, Gag Clause attestations, required notices and disclosures, retiree life administration, and adoption assistance program activities.
  • Support Mental Health Parity (MHPAEA) testing and related compliance reviews by organizing data requests, tracking deliverables, and coordinating inputs across vendors, consultants, internal stakeholders, and legal counsel.
  • Track completion of compliance activities performed by vendors, PEC, and internal partners to strengthen governance, documentation, and risk management routines.
  • Support vendor risk assessments, compliance documentation, contract reviews, and governance requirements for new and renewing vendor relationships.


Data Analytics, Reporting & Insights - 30%
  • Identify trends, risks, emerging issues, and opportunities that inform benefits recommendations, program improvements, and leadership discussions.
  • Support development of leadership presentations, benchmarking analyses, financial reviews, and executive reporting materials.
  • Improve confidence in benefits reporting through quality assurance, reconciliation, documentation, and validation activities.


Financial Tracking & Vendor Administration - 15%
  • Track benefits program expenses, budgets, invoices, credits, and financial commitments to support budget discipline and financial visibility.
  • Maintain spend tracking and reporting tools that support Finance reviews, forecasts, accruals, and budgeting activities.
  • Identify variances, discrepancies, missing invoices, and cost drivers for follow-up, resolution, and leadership review.
  • Support vendor governance activities, including documentation, business review preparation, performance tracking, and action item management.


Project Coordination, M&A & Operational Support - 15%
  • Support benefit-related projects, including Open Enrollment, M&A due diligence and integration activities, system enhancements, vendor implementations, and special initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation, trackers, project plans, and governance materials to improve consistency and operational effectiveness.
  • Coordinate data requests, meeting materials, action logs, and recurring reporting to keep Benefits initiatives organized and moving forward.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives involving HR, Finance, Legal, Procurement, HR Technology, PEC, consultants, and vendors.


Travel is less than 5%

What are the requirements needed for this position?
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in benefits administration, total rewards, compensation & benefits, or related HR analytical roles.


Other requirements
  • Advanced Excel skills e.g., formula reading/writing, pivot tables, V-lookups.
  • Benefits audits, compliance filing familiarity.
  • Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
  • Familiarity with Workday and ADP.
  • Vendor management experience.


Pay Range:
$64,900.00 - $108,200.00

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

If there is no posting end date listed then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

About Assurant

The Warranty Group is the world’s premier provider of extended service plans and related benefits, with operations in 33 countries and 1800 employees. We have $5 billion in assets with almost $2 billion in revenues (2010). Our wholly-owned subsidiary, Virginia Surety Company, Inc., is rated "A-" Excellent by AM Best Company, as is our UK based company, London General Insurance. By providing underwriting, claims administration and marketing expertise, The Warranty Group is a global single-source solution for manufacturers, distributors and retailers of consumer goods including autos, homes, consumer electronics, medical devices, furniture and appliances as well as financial institutions. We partner with our clients to drive revenue through customer acquisition and retention, while providing financial modeling and regulatory services. The Warranty Group is a unit of Onex Corporation (TSX:OCX), one of Canada's largest publicly-held companies with assets of $40 billion, revenues of $35 billion, and 212,000 employees worldwide(2011).

Assurant Careers

Joining Assurant means becoming part of a team that is committed to supporting your career growth and innovation in the insurance sector. As a global provider of risk management solutions, Assurant is where professional aspirations meet opportunities for real impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Assurant, you’ll be part of a culture that cherishes diversity and is grounded in our commitment to helping you thrive. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to bring your whole self to work every day. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Assurant is keen on hiring top talent to drive our mission forward.

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Whether you're looking for a full-time position or an internship, Assurant provides a platform to enhance your skills and push the boundaries of what's possible. With a focus on innovation and leadership, our team is constantly looking for ways to foster growth and improve our services.

Professional Growth and Development

Assurant is dedicated to your professional development. We provide comprehensive benefits and diversity training that ensure you have the tools needed for success. Our leadership programs are designed to cultivate your skills and help you ascend in your career through a variety of learning and networking opportunities.

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Assurant is not just a company; it's a community. We are committed to building a team that reflects our values of respect and inclusivity. Our hiring process is straightforward and respectful, designed to assess your skills and ensure a good fit for both parties. Prepare your resume, ace the interview, and join a team that’s ready to support you from day one.

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At the heart of Assurant’s operations is a drive for innovation. Our employees are encouraged to think big and work together to solve challenges. This collaborative environment is ideal for those who are solution-driven and eager to make an impact in the industry.

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Learn more about Assurant
Size
15,600 employees
Market Cap
$6.4 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$441.8 million
Founded
1892
5 Year Trend
+6.2%
Revenue
$10 billion
NASDAQ
AIZ
* Ladders Estimates

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