Senior Benefits Analyst

Service Corporation International

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Billing, Business Processes, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985), Calculators, Call Centers, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974), FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993), Federal Laws and Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), HRIS/HRMS, Health Science, Human Resources, Internet Search, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Manual Dexterity, Medical Office Administration, Microsoft Office, Payment Processing, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Record Keeping, Requirements Management, Root Cause Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scientific Research, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

This role is responsible for managing and administering SCI's health & welfare plans, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary plans, FSA, HRA, COBRA, but does not include time-off (STD, LTD, LOA, FMLA, etc) or the 401(k) plan. The position will be the primary vendor contact and manager of our benefit partners/insurers. Will also be responsible for researching, evaluating, and administering company benefit programs that attract and retain associates while ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations. Functions as a liaison between vendors and associates.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Benefits Administration Administers all aspects of SCI's medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary benefits, FSAs, HRA, EAP and point solutions (e.g., Accolade, 2nd.MD, Tria Health) Project manages all aspects of Annual Enrollment and ensures our Workday enrollment environment is accurate Acts as a Tier 3 resource for responding to associate inquiries received through the Company's internal call center, which handles Tier 1 and 2 inquiries Reviews 2nd level benefits appeals and provides recommended resolution to Benefits Manager in accordance with company policies, procedures and federal and state regulations Supports HR Directors and Business Partners on escalated associate issues that require issue resolution with 3rd party administrators Coordinates delivery of communications, educations and earning materials from internal and external sources to drive engagement with SCI benefits Partners with HRIS (SCI uses Workday) on requirement gathering on new benefit interfaces integrating technical and functional

 

Vendor Relationship Supervises audits and process for payment of invoices for each provider of benefit services in the positions area of responsibility Develops and maintains relationships with vendors, insurance carriers, third-party administrators who provide direct benefits customer support to SCI's associates and managers Assists in the creation and reviews business process requirements documents related to services by 3rd party providers Analyzing and identifying trends with system interface issues to determine "root cause" and provide solutions to correct the issue

 

Benefits Compliance Reviews weekly, monthly or annual reports and system interfaces to ensure enrollments are processed according to plan documents and federal/state regulations Ensures that all exception/errors reports are worked and corrected in a timely manner Responds to court orders, medical support orders and other required documents as they relate to Benefits programs Maintains all records, files and historical documentation to ensure accurate and total compliance with SOX audit requirements

 

Benefits Research and Analysis Performs special projects as assigned Researches and analyzes SCI's benefit programs and assists in the development of recommendations for development/implementation on new programs or offerings

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business or comparable degree Experience Five (5) years of experience managing all H&W plans in a large complex environment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of benefit terms and the laws and regulations (federal, state and local) related to benefit plans such as ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and the interrelationship of each Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the company Ability to work in a team environment with a strong customer service focus, when necessary, must be able to work independently Knowledge and proficiency with PC applications including MS Office Detail oriented and demonstrated commitment to completing assigned responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and timeliness

 

WORK CONDITIONS

Work Environment Work indoors during all seasons and weather conditions Limited local and/or multiple location traveling required Comply with Corporate dress code policy Work Postures Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day May climb stairs to access buildings frequently Physical Demands Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage Work Hours Working beyond "standard" hours as the need arises

 

Job Details Postal Code: 77019 Category (Portal Searching): Human Resources Job Location: US-TX - Houston

About the Company

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Service Corporation International

We're more than North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters who are devoted to the communities where we live and work. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals who provide caring assistance to families in need, honor veterans and public servants and deliver lifesaving programs to help keep children and seniors safe. We operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. We believe creating meaningful ways to pay tribute to a loved one begins with compassion and is shaped by the understanding that each life is truly unique. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one's life.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Health Care and Social Assistance
FOUNDED
1962