Beacon Hill · 7 hours ago
Benefits Analyst
Buffalo Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBeacon Hill is a manufacturing company located in Buffalo Grove seeking a Benefits Analyst to join their team. This role will support the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs for approximately 200 employees, focusing on compliance, cost management, and effective communication.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, workers' compensation coordination, and wellness programs
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA) and company policies
Manage benefits eligibility, enrollment, life event changes, and terminations for hourly and salaried employees
Coordinate COBRA administration and leave-related benefits with third-party vendors
Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and trends; identify opportunities for cost savings and plan improvements
Support annual benefits renewals and benchmarking with brokers and vendors
Prepare reports for HR and leadership related to benefits costs, participation, and compliance
Coordinate and support annual open enrollment, including system updates, employee meetings, and plant-floor communications
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution, including escalated vendor concerns
Partner with payroll to ensure accurate deductions for multiple benefit plans
Work closely with safety, operations, and HR leadership to align benefits with workforce needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR roles, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Working knowledge of employee benefits programs and benefits-related compliance requirements
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret benefits data and financial reports
Proficiency in Excel and HRIS/payroll systems
Ability to work effectively with hourly employees and leadership in a plant environment
Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal and state leave programs
Company
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amber Leslie
Executive Assistant to CEO
Amy Van Sicklin
Chief Culture Officer
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