Benefits Administration & Compliance Analyst

Interstates•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Benefits Administration and Compliance Analyst supports the administration, compliance, and communication of employee benefit programs. This role is responsible for researching and maintaining state and federal benefits compliance requirements, supporting benefit audits, analyzing enrollment and participation data, assisting with communication campaigns, and providing backup support for benefits administration and leave processes. At Interstates, our success starts with yours. Interstates Describes Its Culture as Family-Like. Caring co-workers treat each other like family. Be treated like an individual, not just a number. Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work life. Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie. Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates. Our Why: Providing opportunities for our people. Making a difference with our clients. Pursuing a better way. Sound to good to be true? Put in your application today, and allow Interstates to prove to you why we are an Industry Leader in more ways than one.

Requirements

3-5+ years’ experience in benefits administration, compliance, HR operations, or related analytical role
Strong understanding of employee benefits, leave administration, and applicable state and federal regulations
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and prepare reports
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with HRIS systems, preferably UKG, preferred
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Able to travel 10% of the time

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with HRIS systems, preferably UKG

Responsibilities

Research and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations related to employee benefits and leave administration, including: Pay transparency, State paid family and medical leave, State paid sick leave, State employment changes
Support internal audit activities, including: Monthly benefits audits, Quarterly funding audits, Annual third-party audits for Health and Welfare, 401(k), and Contractor’s Plan
Compile, analyze, and report benefits data, including: Enrollment analytics, Open enrollment statistics, Additional ad hoc reporting as needed
Support benefits communication campaigns, including: Annual preventative campaign, Semi-annual financial campaign, Mental Health Awareness campaign, Virtual Benefits Fair, Open Enrollment campaign
Provide backup support for: Benefits administration in UKG, FMLA and leave administration
Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding related to benefits

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan + Company Match
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits (Short & Long-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, and more)
Company Discount Perk Program (Access to discounts with renown brands across the country)
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay, Flexible Schedule (Support work/life balance)
Bonus Incentives (End of Fiscal Year Incentives and Merit Increases)
Per Diem/Travel Pay or FAVR Program Benefits (as applicable)
Family & safety culture – a team that cares about you as a whole person, not just what you do at work
Company Sponsored Holiday Events, Team Celebrations, and Community Outreach Volunteer Time
Advancement Opportunities unique to our employee's long-term goals
Career Coaching