Job Title: Sr. Benefits Analyst
Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote

Job Description:

• The Global Benefits team is seeking a Sr. Benefits Analyst who will review and analyze data in the data warehouse to make recommendations to the broader Benefits team to enhance the benefits package. They will manage benefits audits and collaborate effectively with both internal and external partners to propose process improvements and opportunities for automation in a cost-effective, robust, and scalable way.
• The analyst will interface between the benefits business function and other technology functions for any enterprise solutions from concept through to testing, delivery, and support.
• The role will report to Manager, Benefits with day-to-day operations aligned closely with the benefits roadmap. The nature of the role may change in different phases such as designing globally initially and then supporting local implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• This role requires keen attention to detail with a strong understanding of business analysis best practices. Effective collaboration with vendors, management, and employees.
• Troubleshoot and respond to inquiries from employees and key stakeholders.
• Manage the benefits reconciliation process and the leave of absence process.
• Gather and document business requirements and functional specifications. Create and maintain documentation and standards.
• Develop acceptance test scenarios and participate in testing activities. Timely delivery of workstream/team responsibilities.
• Work supportively and collaboratively with other teams, building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Proactive in seeking information, challenging norms, and driving efficiency.
• Work in a matrixed, international, and virtual setting. Manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously. Collaborate as part of a global team with a global perspective. Be available for occasional out-of-hours work to support the global organization.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
 

• Looking for candidates from a benefits background ideally with 3 years of experience and a background in analytical skills in Excel. Someone who comes from a benefits administrator background with good analytical skills is the ideal fit.
• Must have proficiency in Excel functions such as Vlookups, Pivot Table, etc. This is a must have as the team does not have time to train on these functions so need to know Day 1.
• Customer facing - Company's internal employees and external vendors via Service Now ticketing system or phone. They are willing to train, but not from scratch. 
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with others on problem-solving and requirements-gathering sessions. Happy to work with teams to educate and spread ideas. Excellent written skills to communicate documentation.
• Time Management: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, complex business environment, coupled with the aptitude to set priorities, manage deadlines, and make bold data-driven decisions.
• Judgement and problem-solving skills: Proactive problem solver, naturally inquisitive and independent critical thinker with a creative mindset.
• Customer service orientation: Self-motivated individual with a strong customer service mindset and are adept to working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with the ability to build credibility and trust from staff and internal and external constituencies.

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
 
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $29.02/hr. 

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
 
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $29.02/hr.