Analyst Benefits 3

CPS Energy•San Antonio, TX

11d

About The Position

Responsible for the day-to-day administration of health, welfare, life, disability, leave of absence, and retirement benefit plans, ensuring they operate efficiently and effectively and remain compliant with applicable federal and local regulations. The role researches, analyzes, and communicates benefits programs to employees at all organizational levels, active and retired employees, surviving spouses, dependents, and external agencies. The position performs analytical work and precise calculations, verifies and records payroll deductions, uses SAP for research, reporting, queries, and metrics, and supports benefits process improvements and system enhancements. It also communicates with participants and providers, maintains knowledge of plan documents and relevant legislation, assists the Manager with special projects, and conducts training, retirement meetings, orientations, open enrollment presentations, and retirement seminars.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited university, or equivalent work experience.
Understand processes and procedures in a specialized field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple critical assignments in a fast-paced environment professionally.
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information effectively.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team and coordinate with others.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills for interacting with personnel at all levels.
Ability to meet goals and objectives with minimal direct supervision.
Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to make recommendations and independent decisions.
High accuracy and attention to detail, including the ability to perform precise mathematical calculations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Usually work with minimum supervision, consulting a superior on unusual matters.

Nice To Haves

PHR/SPHR, CEBS, or SHRM certification.
Demonstrated experience in benefits, finance, or accounting.
Knowledge of applicable regulations, potentially including FMLA, HIPAA, ACA, Medicare, defined benefit plans, and 457 deferred compensation plans.
Proficiency in SAP and report writing.

Responsibilities

Administer benefit plans day to day, with a strategic focus on operational and tactical aspects.
Perform analytical responsibilities related to benefit plans.
Perform precise calculations using equations and formulas, including calculations with numerous exceptions and large sums of money.
Verify and record payroll deductions.
Use SAP for research, analysis, report writing, queries, and benefit metrics.
Communicate with plan participants, providers, and external representatives by telephone and in person.
Maintain current knowledge of benefit plan documents.
Assist the Manager in overseeing and monitoring special projects.
Stay informed about legislation and regulations affecting the CPS Energy benefits structure.
Handle multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Identify, report, and resolve benefits issues, including process improvements and efficiencies.
Test and implement SAP Employee Benefit enhancements and other benefits process improvements.
Update Access Port and CPS Energy Connect with current benefit information.
Conduct training sessions, retirement meetings, new employee orientation, open enrollment presentations, and retirement seminars.
Perform other duties as assigned.