Benefits Analyst

Description

Responsible for timely and accurately administering employee benefits including health and welfare plans and retirement plans.

Experience is Everything;

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative work space. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of the seniors.

The Role:

Serve as an assigned contact for day-to-day service and administrative tasks of benefit programs including health & welfare and retirement programs.

Acquire and maintain knowledge of general health benefits, retirement plans, and insurance carrier and company terminology.

Research and respond to IRS notices regarding ACA compliance and manage the ACA update notification process.

Review vendor/carrier reports and notices and take appropriate actions.

Research and resolve employee concerns and issues related to their benefits or system elections.

Manage and maintain an updated and comprehensive process and procedure library.

Research discrepancies and collaborate with corporate accounting and payroll to resolve differences relating to employee coverages and payroll deductions.

Update and maintain benefit-related data in system and vendor systems to ensure accuracy.

Complete system testing related to annual enrollment, ad-hoc changes, or system upgrades.

Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of two years in Human Resources or benefit-related role required.

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources Management, or related experience preferred.

Strong PC skills and ability to use and administer specialized computer applications. Oracle HCM Cloud knowledge is preferred, but not required.

Ability to use and administer specialized computer applications. Oracle knowledge preferred, but not required.

Ability to use discretion in working with sensitive and/or confidential information.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail including the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.

Proven problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Understanding of applicable regulations related to benefit plans.

Why LCS?

Industry leader. The Nation’s third-largest senior living operator, ranked number one in customer satisfaction among senior living communities.

Inclusive and collaborative culture. We’re dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have an engaged Diversity and Inclusion Council focused on creating awareness and educating employees on inclusivity. In addition, LCS creates a collaborative culture that provides an exceptional experience for every employee.

Top Workplace USA: LCS has earned the Top Workplaces USA award for several consecutive years and is recognized for our strong company culture and engaged workforce. In addition, LCS earned ten culture excellence awards in areas such as DE&I practices, top managers, professional development and clued-in leaders, to name a few.

Top Workplace Iowa: LCS employees truly believe we are an employer choice. This recognition, for 4 years running, is in large part due to the culture of excellence that our employees help deliver every single day.

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match and paid parental leave.

Charity and community involvement. We are recognized as a national team for the Alzheimer’s Association and consistently a top contributor to United Way. We also support our employee’s individual community contributions and provide opportunities to get involved at our corporate locations and in our communities.

Outstanding advancement opportunities. LCS is growing and we think you should too. Our company growth allows for internal growth opportunities across all of our business lines.

Ongoing career development. Onsite education opportunities, education assistance, and continuing education credits allow LCS employees to keep their knowledge of current industry changes relevant.

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and creating lasting value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website:

Travel Frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary Range: $48,800 - $61,000

The actual title & salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES, IS REQUIRED

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER