Benefits Analyst 2

NAES•Issaquah, WA

20h•$36 - $41

About The Position

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work. NAES is the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 50 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering an inclusive work environment, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities. Summary The Benefit Analyst 2 is responsible for administration of our Health & Welfare benefit programs, reconciliation and payment of employee benefits and compliance.

Requirements

BA or BS degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience highly desired.
3+ years of Human Resource experience desired with a focus on benefits.
Current working knowledge of federal and state benefit laws and regulations, including COBRA, Section 125, ERISA, HIPPA, and Affordable Care Act knowledge
Strong MS Suite knowledge
Strong communication skills, analytical skills, and organizational skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Must be self-directed and able to work in a team-based environment
All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.
Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each and every employee’s performance.
Safety is a core value of NAES; and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs, whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Certification desired; PHR/SPHR and/or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)
BusinesSolver and UKG-Pro experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

Reconcile and pay employee health and welfare plan invoices.
Work with Finance and vendors to ensure timely payment
Responsible for process flow of benefit records and verify accurate and timely enrollment
Administer employee benefit health & welfare programs, Section 125 plans, COBRA administration, Life/Disability plans, voluntary benefit plans and Paid Time Off plans
Ensure benefit programs are complaint regarding company policy’s and governmental regulations.
Conduct and oversee compliance reporting, benefit audits, annual testing requirements along with updating and maintaining benefit plan documents.
Keep current on benefit industry trends along with best practices and innovation possibilities
Serve as a benefit resource to NAES employees, family members and the HR Team
Partner in providing benefits education to the HR Team
Provide backup support for other Benefits Analysts
Support the administration of employee benefit programs.
Consults with and advises employees, managers and HR staff on eligibility, plan provisions, and other matters related to benefits.
Performs duties independently with only general directions given.
Decisions are made within policy constraints.