Benefits Analyst

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Pay: $27-28.75 hourly

Job Summary:
The Employee Benefits Analyst manages the accounting of benefit plans, including the reconciliation of payroll deduction reports, general ledger accounts, and bank statements. Additional tasks include handling employee phone calls and following up on employee claims issues. This individual will also assist in the development of benefit policies and procedures and training programs for the company. This position reports to the Benefits Manager and is based in Salt Lake City, UT.

About Us:

We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been working hard for our customers since 1889 when we invented the uniform and linen rental industry. Alsco Uniforms has grown into a worldwide leader serving over 350,000 customers in 13 countries. It's our job every day to make every aspect of the customer experience better. Whatever our customers need, Alsco Uniforms finds the answers that work for them.

Our employees are the heart and soul of Alsco Uniforms. As a result, we have a long history of strong financial performance, continuous improvement, and customer service. We're seeking driven professionals with ambition to grow within our company. We'd love to talk to you about how you can fit into our team of diverse individuals and how your hard work will be rewarded with competitive pay and benefits and ongoing career development.

Join our team and build your career with Alsco Uniforms!

Our full-time employees enjoy:

• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
• Career Advancement
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment

Essential Functions:

• Create and present quarterly and open enrollment training sessions on benefit programs.
• Assist with acquisitions.
• Travel occasionally to company locations to give benefit presentations.
• Manage benefit programs for employees on a leave of absence.
• Invoice and collect premiums from participants on a leave of absence, from retirees, and subsidiaries.
• Update and maintain the Employee Benefits Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Maintain employee benefits webpage on the company intranet site.
• Answer employee questions regarding benefits and claims payments.
• Download claims data file from third-party administrator and create reports as requested.
• Do monthly reconciliations of payroll deduction reports for medical and dental plans.
• General Ledger accounts, and bank accounts relating to employee benefits.
• Assist with the development of benefit communication materials for open enrollment.
• Handle outstanding checks and escheatment process for medical claims.
• Perform other assignments as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years' experience with employee benefit programs.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute and proficiency with 10-key calculator.
• Working knowledge of COBRA, USERRA, FMLA, ERISA, and HIPAA Regulations.
• Experience with both insured and self-insured benefit plans, and also voluntary insurance products.
• Good understanding of how insurance works and familiarity with plan document language.
• Working knowledge of PCs and software applications (Office Suite, Cognos, and Adobe Connect Meeting).
• Working knowledge of HRIS/payroll systems (UltiPro).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, and public speaking skills.
• Great organizational and multi-tasking skills; detail oriented.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of general payroll/HR procedures and be proficient in data entry.

Education:

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience combined with related certificate program(s).

Typical Physical Activity:

• Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, reading, speaking, hearing, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Typical Environmental Conditions:

• Operating vehicles on public roads, traveling by commercial plane, working in typical indoor offices.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasionally, driving by vehicle or traveling by plane.

For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits.

Alsco Uniforms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Candidates are considered for employment with Alsco Uniforms without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status (specifically status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran), or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Revised: 04/29/2022