Sr Financial Analyst, Benefits

AutoNation • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

The Senior Financial Benefits Analyst supports end-to-end financial activities for employee benefits, including health and welfare plans, retirement plans (401(k) and Deferred Compensation), and related compliance and reporting. The position assists with workflow design and automation for benefits accounting, financial analysis, and data analytics, while supporting retirement plan administration and vendor oversight. It partners with Benefits Operations, Payroll, IT, Corporate Finance, third-party administrators, recordkeepers, and external auditors to analyze trends, support accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls, and drive continuous process improvement.

The role reports directly to the Senior Director, Financial Benefits. It also works closely with Benefits Operations and leadership; Payroll, IT, Corporate Accounting, and Finance; Corporate Systems and HRIS implementation teams; store, regional, and field management; and third-party administrators, recordkeepers, vendors, and external auditors.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship from the company. The position includes prolonged periods of computer use.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2–5+ years of progressive experience in Accounting, Data Analytics, or Financial Analysis.
• Strong technical financial knowledge and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship from the company.

Nice To Haves

• Experience integrating AI tools into business processes.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience working with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools to automate monthly financial statements, budget comparisons, and trend analysis for Total Rewards leadership presentations to the Chief HR Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
• Review reserve estimates, develop accruals, and document accounting transactions.
• Review third-party administrator reports to support vendor payments.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and provide monthly variance analysis and operating reports to management.
• Track compliance developments and legislative changes affecting benefits accounting and reporting.
• Work with third-party administrators, IT, Corporate Accounting, and Payroll to review, analyze, and reconcile financial activity for health and welfare benefits, the 401(k) Plan, Deferred Compensation Plan, and Health Savings Account.
• Create financial models to evaluate benefits trends and cost-mitigation opportunities.
• Communicate analytical findings, trends, and recommendations to leadership.
• Support Form 5500 preparation, annual audits, and related regulatory filings.
• Answer financial benefits inquiries from store stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter resource on retirement benefits.
• Support Affordable Care Act reporting analysis and liability assessment.
• Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives within the Total Rewards Department.
• Interact with internal teams and vendors in a manner consistent with AutoNation’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
• Access to discounts through YouDecide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level