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Robert Half Benefits Analyst in Culver City, California
Description
We are offering a Contract to Hire employment opportunity for a Benefits Analyst located in Culver City, California. The position involves being a subject matter expert for internal and external benefits administration, collaborating with HR, and other internal departments to establish best practices and processes related to benefit administration.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as the subject matter expert for internal and external benefits administration.
• Collaborate with HR and other internal departments to review, develop, and establish best practices and processes related to benefit administration.
• Work with the benefit broker and vendor(s) to ensure proper employee enrollment/coverage and dispute resolution with providers.
• Provide administrative support during 401(k) quarterly meetings including scheduling, material preparation, minute-taking, and communication materials.
• Be responsible for billing, summary plan document, payroll deduction, and contribution auditing and reconciliation.
• Review benefit deductions monthly to ensure accuracy of benefit enrollment and deductions.
• Support system updates for plans, deductions, or contribution changes, audits data feeds, and works with internal and external partners to ensure carrier connections/files (data feeds) are established.
• Complete and support compliance activities such as standard audits, and federal, and state regulations.
• Assist with the open enrollment process, including the development of employee’s communications and presentations with the benefit broker.
• Oversee and direct the administration of COBRA compliance.
• Assist with all leave of absence activities, communicate approvals, denials, leave extensions, re-certifications, return to work plans, and other relevant information.
• Interpret FMLA and other state leave programs as they relate to leaves of absences.
• Support the development of wellness programs and initiatives, including design and communication to increase engagement.
• Prepare required reporting for annual filings to the IRS with the support of our vendor/broker.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions and new approaches to effect continual improvements.
• Participate in benefit survey submissions and data analyses.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Undertake the responsibilities of the role using the tools, software, or technologies that may be available or required at the time.
Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Compensation & Benefits role within the Health Pharm/Biotech industry
• Proficient in ADP - Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now
• Experience with Ceridian and Dayforce software
• Knowledge of HRMS and About Time systems
• Demonstrable understanding of benefit functions
• Familiarity with claim and compensation administration
• Strong skills in compliance related to compensation and benefits
• Prior experience in managing and administering employee benefits
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Professional certification in Compensation and Benefits is a plus
• Familiarity with labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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