Benefits Analyst

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd is seeking a Benefits Analyst in Raleigh, NC to administer and optimize company benefit programs. The role collaborates with HR partners and vendors to ensure accurate records, smooth enrollment, and timely resolution of employee inquiries.

The position emphasizes strong analytical abilities, excellent communication, and a customer-service mindset to enhance employee experiences while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Four years of benefits administration experience preferred.
• Strong customer-service orientation with collaborative approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-directed with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports company benefit programs and day-to-day operations.
• Serves as primary contact for third-party administrators and vendors.
• Maintains records, compliance, and administrative procedures.
• Responds to benefit inquiries and resolves moderately complex issues.
• Monitors data integrity between HRIS, vendors, and payroll systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer-service orientation

Excel proficiency

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS systems

Job description

SummaryReporting to the Sr. Benefits Manager, the Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration of the company’s benefit programs and is actively involved in program development, implementation and continuous improvement efforts.andnbsp; This position serves as day-to-day contact for third-party administrators and independently provides direction with respect to maintenance of records and administrative procedures.andnbsp; The Benefits Analyst handles employee and retiree benefit issues escalated by our field HR partners to ensure quick, equitable and courteous resolution.andnbsp;Applies knowledge of company’s benefit programs, policies and processes to provide day-to-day administration of applicable benefit plans and programsProvides exceptional customer service resulting in a positive experience; responds to benefit inquiries and resolves moderately complex issues; escalates as appropriateBuilds and maintains strong relationships with plan providers; troubleshoots issues; ensures the successful transmission/receipt of vendor interface files while completing necessary corrective action for records with errorsMonitors inbound and outbound integrations between HRIS system and external benefit vendors, carriers, and payroll system to ensure data accuracy and integrityProactively identifies opportunities to enhance benefit program value, streamline processes and improve the employee experienceDesigns and executes controls to ensure process oversight, data quality, compliance and operational effectivenessSupports benefit plan regulatory compliance activities (e.g., government filings, nondiscrimination testing, ACA reporting, etc.), internal/external audits and ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc.)Leads moderately complex projects (e.g., annual enrollment) and other initiatives under the supervision of more experienced team membersCollaborates with internal and external partners to create effective benefit plan communications and increase employee engagement; develops and delivers communications in support of training, compliance and change management initiativesProcesses corrections, benefit-related transactions, audits, and reconciliations while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailSupport ongoing reporting, analysis, and documentation efforts to improve benefit program administration and decision-makingRequirementsBachelor’s Degree (Human Resources, Business or related field)Four (4) years of benefits administration experience preferredDemonstrated ability to build relationships and effectively interact with employees, HR partners, vendors, consultants, and other stakeholders while influencing outcomesStrong customer-service orientation with a collaborative, positive, and solutions-focused approachPossess superior analytical, organizational and problem-solving skillsProactive, highly-driven and self-directed; capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously while quickly adapting to changing priorities; able to self-manage work focus and time for optimum resultsAbility to establish project plans and effectively manage internal resources and third parties/vendorsPossess excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detailStrong proficiency with MS Office products (emphasis on advanced Excel skills)Commitment to professional development, to include pursuing professional designations (e.g., CEBS, SPHR/PHR, etc.)