Benefits Analyst (Temp)

FAST RETAILING CO., LTD.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,920 - 83,200; Full time

Job summary

UNIQLO, a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., is seeking a Benefits Analyst to administer benefits programs and retirement plans in New York. You will ensure compliance, data accuracy, and a seamless employee experience while partnering with HR, Finance, vendors, and staff to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities include managing medical, dental, vision, wellness, and 401(k) programs, open enrollment, and compliance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in benefits and retirement administration.
• Knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA, IRS.
• Experience with HRIS/benefits platforms (ADP and/or Workday).
• Strong analytical, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Discretion handling sensitive information.
• Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Administer comprehensive benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, wellness, disability, life, FSA, COBRA, and ancillary plans).
• Administer 401(k) and retirement programs, ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Lead Open Enrollment execution, including planning, system configuration, testing, and audits.
• Develop and deliver employee communications, training sessions, and webinars.
• Manage vendor coordination and benefits strategy discussions (Mercer).
• Ensure accurate benefits deductions and compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and related regulations.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint proficiency

Discretion with sensitive info

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ADP

Workday

Job description

Company Overview:

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

Position Overview

The Benefits Analyst supports the benefits function by administering employee benefits and retirement programs while ensuring compliance, data accuracy, and a seamless employee experience. This role partners cross-functionally with HR, Finance, vendors, and employees to drive operational excellence across benefits programs.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration & Compliance

• Administer comprehensive benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, wellness, disability, life, FSA, COBRA, and ancillary plans)


• Serve as primary contact for employee benefits inquiries and issue resolution


• Maintain and update benefits documentation (orientation materials, plan summaries, contribution rates, SPDs, SBCs)


• Coordinate COBRA administration and rate management


• Manage vendor relationships, audit invoices, and ensure timely payments


• Support compliance activities including: ACA eligibility tracking, IRS reporting, and corrective actions


• Notice of Coverage Options distribution


• State-specific filings (e.g., NJ reporting, MA 1099-HC)


• Summary Annual Reports (SAR) and required disclosures


• Assess plan changes and determine SMM (Summary of Material Modifications) requirements


• Monitor legislation and ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and other regulations

401(k) & Retirement Administration

• Administer 401(k) and retirement programs, ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance


• Perform weekly payroll reconciliation and funding, and maintain remittance accuracy


• Conduct election audits and ongoing plan administration


• Lead annual compliance testing, external audits, and Form 5500 filings


• Manage required annual notices (Safe Harbor, QDIA, SAR)


• Partner with Finance, auditors, and the 401(k) Investment Committee

Open Enrollment & Benefits Operations

• Lead end-to-end Open Enrollment execution, including planning, system configuration, testing, and audits


• Develop and deliver employee communications, training sessions, and webinars


• Manage vendor coordination, annual plan reviews (e.g., Express Scripts), and benefits strategy discussions (Mercer)


• Oversee annual activities including Mercer census, surveys, and SOW renewals


• Ensure accurate benefits deductions, including arrears audits

Leave of Absence & Employee Support

• Administer leave programs (FMLA, ADA, Paid Family Leave, disability, workers’ compensation) in partnership with vendors


• Audit leave systems, track usage, and manage employee premium payments during leave


• Maintain compliance postings (e.g., NYDBL) and update internal LOA guides


• Provide guidance to employees and managers on leave policies and processes

Financial & Operational Reporting

• Support financial reconciliation activities including 401(k) remittance and benefit-related reporting


• Manage SF Health Care Ordinance contributions and annual true-up


• Prepare reports and analysis, including Q4 ESI rebate reporting for Finance
  
• Maintain shared inbox and support day-to-day HR operations tasks

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Coordinate employee events and initiatives (e.g., flu shot programs, benefits webinars)


• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and elevate the employee experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field


• 5+ years of experience in benefits and retirement administration


• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA, IRS)


• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (ADP and/or Workday preferred)


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint


• High level of discretion with sensitive information

Hourly Rate: $30-40/hr *The offered rate range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese retail holding company with global headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group, the others being GU, Theory, PLST, Comptoir des Cotonniers, Princesse tam.tam, J Brand and Helmut Lang. Fast Retailing is one of the world’s largest apparel retail companies, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer. UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world's most important cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a global brand. Today the company has a total of more than 2,500 UNIQLO stores across the world, including Japan, Asia, Europe and North America. The total number of stores across Fast Retailing's brands is now over 3,600. With a corporate statement committed to changing clothes, changing conventional wisdom and change the world, Fast Retailing is dedicated to creating great clothing with new and unique value to enrich the lives of people everywhere. For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com. For additional information regarding Uniqlo Careers please visit our Global Career Page.

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives. Unlocking The Power Of Clothing We believe we can turn the power of clothing into a force for good. By designing, making and selling good clothing, we can make the world a better place. Good clothing means simple clothing, high in quality, and built to last. It's clothing that enriches the lives of people who wear it by giving them comfort, protection and pleasure. It is produced in a way that is harmonious with nature, without excessive burden on the environment. Good clothing is made by people of diverse backgrounds working with energy and enthusiasm, under conditions where their health, safety and human rights are respected and upheld. And we will extend this same spirit to our customers and all our Stakeholders, working with them to aspire to a better society where we all thrive. This is our promise: to always work toward a better, more sustainable society. Fast Retailing embraces and promotes diversity and inclusion. We believe these concepts nurture our culture, helping to change our business, the people working within it, and all of society for the better. We respect and appreciate each individual’s points of difference and personality and strive to create a diverse team where every person has equal opportunity to use their greatest abilities to fulfill their potential.