Benefits Analyst - Leave & Time Off

Sazerac Company•Jeffersontown, KY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Benefits Analyst – Leave & Time Off, you will play a key role in the administration and support of the organization’s leave and time-off programs. You will ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local leave regulations while guiding employees and managers through processes related to short-term disability, family and medical leave, paid time off, and other benefits. You will act as a central liaison among employees, third-party administrators, HR business partners, and payroll teams to ensure a smooth and positive leave experience.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
2-5 years of experience with multi-state leave administration, US leave and disability programs
Experience with FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and applicable state leave laws
Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive decisions and improvements while maintaining discretion and confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree along with professional certification such as CEBS, PHR, or CPDM (certified professional disability manager).
Experience supporting leave program design or vendor transitions.
Experience working with third-party leave administrators or insurance carrier

Responsibilities

Administer and ensure compliance with all U.S. and international leave and time-off programs (e.g., FMLA, disability, PTO), including accurate benefits data transmission, payroll deductions, and employee status monitoring.
Act as a key resource for employees and stakeholders, providing expert guidance on complex leave cases, disability claims, benefit plan options, and vendor-related issues, while delivering world-class customer service.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors and benefits providers, overseeing service agreements, driving program improvements, and supporting external audits, including non-discrimination testing and leave audits.
Ensure regulatory compliance with applicable laws and policies (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, IRC, SECURE 2.0, state leave laws), staying current with legislative changes and managing state/local regulatory filings.
Develop and maintain internal benefit policies and documentation, including standard operating procedures, training resources, and knowledge content to support process consistency and HR Shared Services enablement.