Senior Benefits Analyst

Independence Pet Group

$75K — $95K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, ideally in benefits administration.
  • Strong analytical skills to convert data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent proficiency in data analysis.
  • Experience with 401k administration and vendor management.
  • Background in supporting employee wellbeing or engagement programs is preferred.
  • Proficient communication abilities.
  • Experience in using Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and ensure compliance of benefit programs including 401k, HSA audits, and vendor management.
  • Oversee 401k reconciliation, plan audits, and ensure IRS regulatory compliance.
  • Design and implement employee wellbeing programs to enhance employee value.
  • Manage logistics for wellbeing programs including vendor interactions and invoicing.
  • Analyze participation data for benefits and wellbeing initiatives to enhance engagement.
  • Create communication plans for benefits and wellbeing programs to ensure clarity and equity.
  • Collaborate with HR and other stakeholders to promote benefits and wellbeing initiatives and foster employee engagement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid basic life insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost to employees.
  • 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) availability.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
  • Retirement savings plan participation.
  • Generous personal paid time off policy.
  • Paid holidays and company-wide wellness days.
  • Opportunities for volunteer paid time off.
  • Pet-friendly office environment.
  • Commuter benefits provided.
  • Group pet insurance available.
  • On-the-job training and skills development opportunities.
  • Support through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description

Job Summary:

IPH is seeking a PeopleSeniorBenefits Analyst who will report to theSeniorBenefits Manager at IPH. This will be a key role helping the business grow through mergers and acquisitions,,supporting benefits and Leave of Absence projects, conducting benefits audits and delivering a best-in-class employee experience. This role is part of the Total Rewards Team and will require a background in benefits, leave of absence, HR reporting, payroll and 401k administration. This role will support all areas of benefits design and administration, including policies, procedures, compliance, and on-going benefits systems harmonization.

This role will ensure ongoing benefits compliance through data collection and collaboration with benefit vendors and internal partners such as People Experience, People Partners, Payroll, and Finance.In addition, this role will support the administration and evolution of employee wellbeing programs to enhance the overall employee value proposition.

Job Location: Hybrid 6 Scottsdale, Chicago, NYC

Main Responsibilities:

  • A highly skilled individual contributor with excel and benefit administration skills including 401k administration,HSA audits, 5500 filings, vendor portal managementandbenefitcompliance management and reporting.
  • Manage all reconciliation for 401k, plan administration, plan corrections, andplan audits to ensure we are compliant with IRS regulations working with financial advisor and Erisa counsel as needed.
  • Contribute to the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of employee wellbeing programs, including physical, mental, and financial wellbeing initiatives
  • Coordinate and manage wellbeing program logistics (e.g., wellness challenges, vendor programs, employee resources), including vendor interaction, invoicing support, and program tracking
  • Monitor and analyze participation and utilization data for both benefits and wellbeing programs; provide insights and recommendations to improve employee engagement and program effectiveness
  • Develop communications plans to ensurebenefits and wellbeingprograms are well understood, administered equitably and market aligned
  • Partner with internal stakeholders (People Experience, Communications, HR Business Partners) to promote benefits and wellbeing initiatives and drive employee engagement
  • Contribute to Benefit programs by establishing key metrics, supporting audits, support billing and general troubleshooting
  • Support ongoing M&A Integration activitiesincluding 401k plan merger and communications
  • Support the annual open enrollment program across brands

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree inFinance, Accounting,Human Resources or related field orHuman Resources, or related field.
  • 5+years of experience in Human Resources preferably in benefits administration
  • Strong analytical and data management skillset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Excellent data analytic skill set
  • Experiencewith accounting, finance or 401k administrationand vendor management
  • Experience supporting employee wellbeing, wellness, or engagement programs is a plus
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Experience in Workday preferred

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All of our jobs come with great benefits including healthcare, parental leave and opportunities for career advancements. Some offerings are dependent upon the location of where you work and can include the following:

  • Comprehensive full medical, dental and vision Insurance

  • Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability

  • 12 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Retirement savings plan

  • Personal Paid Time Off

  • Paid holidays and company-wide Wellness Day off

  • Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations

  • Pet friendly office environment

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Group Pet Insurance

  • On the job training and skills development

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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