Benefits Analyst & Onboarding Specialist

S&B USA•Pittsburgh, PA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Benefits Analyst & Onboarding Specialist plays a critical role in delivering a seamless and engaging employee experience across both benefits administration and onboarding. This position is responsible for the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of employee benefit programs, while ensuring a smooth, compliant, and well-coordinated onboarding experience. This role ensures benefit programs are competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and clearly communicated, while also driving a positive first impression for new hires. The position partners closely with HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendors to support the full employee lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in benefits administration, onboarding, or HR operations
Strong knowledge of employee benefit plans and applicable regulatory requirements
Experience managing onboarding processes and compliance documentation
Advanced proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience leading open enrollment and supporting benefits renewals
Knowledge of ACA reporting and audit processes
Experience with E-Verify and I-9 compliance

Responsibilities

Administer a comprehensive suite of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and leave programs.
Serve as a trusted advisor to employees, guiding benefit selection based on individual needs and life circumstances.
Lead annual open enrollment activities, including planning, system configuration/testing, communications, and execution.
Deliver benefits education through new hire orientations and company-wide open enrollment sessions.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA).
Manage day-to-day relationships with benefit vendors, brokers, and carriers; resolve escalated issues effectively.
Conduct audits, reconcile vendor invoices, and ensure accuracy of eligibility and enrollment data.
Analyze benefits data, including cost, utilization, and trends, to support renewals, plan design, and budgeting decisions.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and insights for leadership to inform strategic decision-making.
Recommend and support wellness initiatives and employee engagement programs that enhance overall well-being.
Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding process for craft employees, ensuring a consistent, compliant, and positive experience.
Utilize Viewpoint Vista (HCM) to onboard new hires, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.
Maintain data integrity across HR systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
Perform regular audits of employee data, identify discrepancies, and support reporting needs.
Coordinate offboarding processes, including terminations and retirements, ensuring accurate system updates and compliance.
Maintain employee records in accordance with legal requirements and company standards.
Serve as a subject matter expert for benefits and onboarding-related inquiries.
Partner with HR, Payroll, and IT to support HRIS configuration, testing, and system enhancements.
Develop, document, and continuously improve standard operating procedures, job aids, and training materials.
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the overall employee experience.