Senior Benefits Analyst

Saltchuk is seeking a Senior Benefits Analyst who is self-motivated, detail-oriented and who has significant benefits (health and retirement) experience. This position is a member of the Saltchuk Corporate HR Team, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Benefits for Saltchuk.
Description

Position Summary

Saltchuk is seeking a Senior Benefits Analyst who is self-motivated, detail-oriented and who has significant benefits (health and retirement) experience. This position is a member of the Saltchuk Corporate HR Team, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Benefits for Saltchuk.
The position will support various Operating Company payroll and HR staff in the compliance activities for the 401(k) Plan with assets of over $600M. This role will be a “trusted advisor” to the stakeholders across Saltchuk’s 6 business units and 30+ Operating Companies and is the point person for supporting the business in day-to-day trouble shooting plan issues and questions as well as data issues affecting the 401(k) recordkeeper, as well as support the Senior Benefits Manager on health and welfare benefit administration and associated vendor management tasks.

Job Responsibilities

Provide analyst support for the company’s 401(k) plan, including ensuring plan compliance.
Assist with design, implementation, and day-to-day administration of health & welfare benefit plans.
Support annual benefits open enrollment planning and execution. Help develop effective communication strategy to educate and reach diverse employee population.
Learn details of all plan documents and policies. Keep abreast of legislative changes, and legal requirements, such as ERISA, HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act to assist with plan compliance efforts.
Serves as the liaison for the business units and operating companies’ human resources and payroll departments on escalated employee benefit issues or compliance questions.
Works closely with the Sr. Benefits Manager, the 401(k) recordkeeper account team, health/welfare benefit broker, and ERISA counsel to ensure close collaboration and alignment on solutions to problems or issues.
Assure processes and procedures are in place to capture and maintain consistent and accurate benefit related data, including ensuring accuracy of benefit deductions and streamlining current processes and procedures to ensure proper data flow to relevant parties.
Assist in data analysis and reporting.
Other duties as assigned in support of the Sr. Benefit Manager and Saltchuk strategies, including but not limited to: assisting with company wellness initiatives, commuter program support.
Qualifications

Education
Benefit certifications preferred (CBP, CEBS)
Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years directly related benefits experience. Experience working in a multi-business unit environment helpful.
Significant experience with 401(k) plan administration is required.
Advanced knowledge in health benefits plan design and administration (self-insured plan management experience is a plus).
Solid understanding of compliance requirements and best practices related to benefit plans (health and retirement).
Highly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong project and process management skills with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for communicating complex information to colleagues of all levels and backgrounds.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills – must be highly proficient working in Excel.
Minimum intermediate skill level using PowerPoint and Word. Experience creating benefit education presentations and delivering or co-facilitating with HR staff.
Demonstrated experience writing procedures.
A collaborative style and strong team orientation is essential.
About Us

Saltchuk is a privately owned family of transportation and distribution companies committed to being the best in their industries. Our corporate home offers the best of both worlds: a small, hard-working team of professionals united to serve more than 35 operating companies, generating $5B in annual sales from Hawaii to Alaska, Washington to Florida, and throughout the Caribbean. We enjoy sweeping views of Elliot Bay from new offices conveniently located in Pioneer Square, just two blocks from the ferry terminal, light rail, and transit centers. Saltchuk companies and their 7,400+ employees value safety, reliability, dedication to our mission, and industry-leading environmental innovation. We look for business sense, integrity, professionalism, and approachability at the Corporate Home, crafting pathways for career advancement throughout our family of companies. If you’re looking for a long-term career, this is an outstanding place to build one! Visit www.saltchuk.com.

You’ll get market-competitive pay and benefits: medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, and disability benefits. We also practice generous 401(k) company matching to help you save for your future. The pay range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 depending on prior experience as a Benefits Analyst, plus a generous annual bonus.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All Saltchuk companies prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; sexual orientation; national origin; age; disability; military/veteran status; marital status; religious beliefs; genetics; or any other factor protected by law.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in job application or interview processes, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please get in touch with us to request an accommodation.
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