Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior Benefits and Compensation Analyst to join their HR Services Team. In this role, you will support the development, implementation, and administration of company-wide benefits and compensation programs, helping maintain a competitive market position. Focus areas include Health and Welfare, 401(k) and Retirement, Disability and Leave of Absence, and Base and Incentive Pay Administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Analysis and Development:
- Conduct compensation and benefits surveys, analyze data, and provide insights on market competitiveness.
- Prepare reports, analyze current plan data, and make recommendations for moderately complex projects.
- Assist in the design of company benefit and compensation programs, including cost analysis and forecasting.
- Evaluate internal equity, external competitiveness, and legal compliance for jobs, wages, salaries, and incentives.
- Develop and deliver employee communications and educational sessions, including open enrollment meetings.
Administration of Plans:
- Participate in benefit plan renewals, reviewing cost projections and statistical analyses.
- Lead the open enrollment process, auditing and testing post-enrollment data.
- Manage vendor eligibility, claims, and administration fee payments.
- Ensure compliance with ERISA and regulatory filings (5500, SAR, mandatory notices).
- Lead audits of claims, dependent eligibility, and vendor performance guarantees.
Leadership and Support:
- Serve as the point of contact for HR Managers on benefits and compensation questions.
- Resolve issues by assessing situations and recommending alternative solutions.
- Lead small to medium-sized project implementations.
- Act as a backup for benefits and compensation managers to ensure business continuity.
SALARY RANGE: $91,500 - $125,000
BENEFITS OFFRED:
Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Retirement Plan: 401k
PTO: 2 weeks to start
Key Competencies & Attributes
- Discretion with sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Agile, proactive, and innovative approach to problem-solving.
- Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of financial metrics.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to influence change.
Qualifications
- Experience in Benefits and Compensation, HR, or a related field.
- Knowledge of ERISA, FLSA, and compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with benefits programs, 401(k), health & welfare, and compensation structures.
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
This role offers a local hybrid work model, with a combination of remote and in-office work in Spokane, WA.
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