Sr. Benefits Analyst - Leave of Absence

Granite Construction; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Sr. Benefits Analyst to manage benefits administration and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of HR experience, knowledge of federal and state benefits laws, and strong communication skills. This role requires a team player with attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of Benefits or Human Resources experience.
• Experience developing and communicating policies.
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations affecting Benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage plan administration and ensure compliance.
• Serve as a liaison with external vendors.
• Provide leadership and support during audits.

Skills

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Data management

Communication

Education

Certification in Benefits or HR

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

HRIS products

Job description

## Sr. Benefits Analyst - Leave of Absence* Responsible for general plan administration in accordance with the plan provisions and eligibility requirements to ensure compliance with plan guidelines and any associated legal requirements* Maintain all internal key controls necessary for support of the Company’s internal and audit processes, to ensure accuracy and compliance of benefits related payroll interfaces* Manage external key controls by coordinating, managing and monitoring the timely and accurate transmission of benefit data to third party administrators and/or record keepers to ensure employee information is successfully transferred* Pay premiums, contributions or other plan expenses in a timely manner to ensure Company obligations are met* Provide leadership during audits of internal information and processes to ensure timely delivery of all requested documentation to auditors* Serve as a liaison between Company and outside vendor(s) administering plans. Conduct periodic meetings, monitor work product, (such as reporting), compliance and timely completion of milestones* Maintain communication with internal Human Resources representatives, employees, and other functional areas, and with government bodies, to promote clear communications and the flow of timely information* Provide customer service, counsel and education to participants regarding the Company’s benefit programs in a manner consistent with plan guidelines, plan documents and Company policies* Make recommendations, related to process and/or procedural improvements (system upgrades, process efficiencies, etc.), in a manner compliant with Plan provisions, regulatory guidelines and legal mandates. These improvements include best practices, administrative improvements, automation, cost reduction and compliance considerations* 6+ years of Benefits or Human Resources experience or related field.* Experience developing, maintaining and communicating policies* Certification in one or more related field(s) of study* Knowledge of Federal, State regulations regarding applicable laws and those that impact the administration of Benefit policies.* Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, along with HRIS products and mainframe software* Ability to work with and maintain confidential information* Attention to detail, superior organizational skill, excellent follow through, quick learner and internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.* Ability to work in a high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure, changing priorities and tight timelines/deadlines* Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information* Team player who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment* Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment* Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis* Valid driver’s license and ability to drive