Benefits Analyst

Solve IT Strategies is looking for a Benefits Analyst . This role is laocated at Chicago, IL. CONTRACT 5 months. Schedule: 40 hours/week, 8-5 pm M-F Onsite

The Main Responsibilities of a person are:

• Administering benefits, leave of absence (LOA), and workers' compensation processes.
• Reporting benefits plan information to upper management.
• Holding meetings to discuss the details of a benefits program with employees and orientating new employees in terms of benefits.
• Coordinating staff workshops after identifying effective and innovative ways to communicate about benefits.
• Providing information to explain changes in benefits to employees and answering employee queries about benefits policies.
• Identifying and practicing proven strategies to attract desirable personnel.
• Ensuring that policies are renewed on time so that they do not lapse.
• Managing payroll deductions and managing wellness programs to minimize health insurance costs.
• Conducting audits of benefits packages and policies to ensure that the company's processes are compliant.
• Understanding the legal issues with regard to salaries, pay equity, and LOA by reading relevant articles, making use of personal networks, and attending workshops with other professionals.

Benefits Analyst Requirements:

• In-depth understanding of state and local laws governing leave such as ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and FMLA to ensure compliance.
• Excellent analytical skills to research and evaluate benefits programs to make informed choices.
• The ability to present information clearly and in a manner that is understandable to managers and employees and to answer questions.
• Excellent writing skills for reports and benefits information.