Senior Benefits Systems Analyst (Temporary))

Company: Robert Half
Location: San Ramon
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

JOB REQUISITION Senior Benefits Systems Analyst (Temporary)) LOCATION SAN RAMON JOB DESCRIPTION Robert Half is seeking a Senior Benefits Systems Analyst (TEMPORARY) to be responsible for the administration systems of all North America benefit offerings, including benefit eligibility and enrollment platforms, system integrations, contributions/deductions, etc. The responsibility includes ongoing operations of regular Staff and Candidate benefits as well as projects relating to technical aspects of these programs. He/she is a subject matter expert in Workday and PeopleSoft system functionality related to benefit and payroll systems, ensuring compliance with health and welfare benefits, leave of absence, and time-off programs. Effective critical thinking, analytical skills, attention to detail, planning/organizing and a strong technical knowledge are required to drive timely and accurate results. Adapts quickly to change and acts as a lead in recommending process improvements in order to automate and streamline benefit operations, including identifying, developing and implementing new or redesigned systems, reports and HRMS-related policies and procedures. Specific responsibilities include: Responsible for management of various Third Party Administrator (TPA) benefits administration platforms for both Regular and Temporary workforce, such as:core administration platforms, including health & welfare. HSA, FSA, Commuter, COBRA and direct bill and voluntary benefits. integrations between PeopleSoft & Workday HCM/Payroll systems and TPA systems. integrations between vendors to vendors BULLETED ITEMS. . Responsible for daily operations of data flow between various HRMS and payroll systems, benefit/savings plans/absence managment vendors, and third party administrators (TPAs) to ensure the administration of benefits run smoothly, and act as a point of contact for benefit system related issues to resolve them in an expedited manner. Identify and troubleshoot data integrity issues including conducting regular audits, reviewing system intake and output, identifying gaps and working with Benefits/Savings Plans/Absence Management Managers and partners to establish procedures and processes to enhance data quality and resolving data issues quickly to minimize employee escalations. Research, analyze, evaluate, and perform various operational and technical processes and issues. Be able to interpret data and system functionality and apply critical thinking to help business make informed decisions. Pull reports and data requests; develop and run queries using the Peoplesoft tool. Responsible for analyzing, compiling and submitting reports and transactions related to compliance such as San Francisco health care expenditures and Canada taxable benefits. May conduct analysis on the effect of new laws or regulatory changes to the organization. Assist with the documentation and measurement of business processes. This includes the production and maintenance of process flows ensuring detailed procedures are documented. Analyze process flows to identify opportunities to streamline and increase efficiency. Use data or reports from various systems to conduct cost/benefit analyses for special projects. Interpret and articulate impacts/savings. Research, evaluate and make recommendations for changes using internal data, market trends and best practices. Act as liaison and a benefits/savings plans/absence management expert to provide business requirements to partners when implementing changes. Collaborate with various teams to support change management. Identify if a system change will impact benefits or other areas of HRMS, communicate impact, assist in establishing priorities for department and ensure all changes are migrated to production accurately. Act as a lead for Benefits with system upgrades, evaluate and implement enhancements to drive operational efficiency. Lead and coordinate user testing efforts of system changes/enhancements including the creation of test plans and test scenarios for benefits savings plans/absence management. Monitor user testing, raise issues, and work with appropriate parties to ensure testing is completed accurately, and results are documented properly for final sign-off to move change to production. Manage Open Enrollment system platforms, including setup, testing, new vendor/carrier implementation, benefit salary changes and end-to-end process for enrollment data flow and metrics. Manage Year-End project and complete tasks timely such as ensuring benefits and deductions end and begin appropriately (testing and production) in multiple payroll systems, providing health care values for W-2, data for ACA 1094/1095-C reporting requirements, etc. Adapt quickly to change. Have effective planning and organizing to implement program changes. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. 5+ years of experience in Benefits with large employer Health and Welfare focus. Strong technical skills and experience with vendor management, especially benefit outsourced systems & integrations, are necessary. Solid analytical skills and proficient in computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). PeopleSoft and Workday HCM and payroll experience is desirable. Ability to work in a fast pace environment, exercise independent discretion, sound judgment, react with a sense of urgency to critical issues, proactively troubleshoot and resolve expeditiously to drive results. Knowledge in health and benefit policies and regulations (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.) desired. Strong oral and written communication and consultative skills. Reliable, detail oriented and responsive to complex issues. Team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Results driven and flexible. At Robert Half, there's more to us than what we do. Learn about our values and what it's like to work for the largest specialized staffing firm in the world at our San Ramon, California, Corporate Services office. Take a look at roberthalf.com/corporate-office-video. Follow us on for Robert Half Corporate Services job openings and career and workplace news! Robert Half International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran As part of Robert Half's Corporate Services facility employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to assistance. In your email please include the following: The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application. The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply. To apply: You may apply for this position by email or regular mail. Please send your cover letter and resume to: By email: By mail: Corporate Staffing Robert Half 2613 Camino Ramon San Ramon, CA 94 JOB LOCATION CA SAN RAMON CORP ADDITIONAL LOCATION

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