Sr. Benefits Analyst
Burlington Stores Inc., Burlington, NJ, United States
Position Overview
As a Senior Benefits Analyst with Burlington, you’ll support the day‑to‑day administration and compliance of the health & welfare and 401(k) retirement programs. This role will serve as the subject matter expert for the 401(k) plan and be the primary support for compliance‑related tasks, including external and inter‑audits, required filings, testing and reporting, and benefit plan funding and payments to vendors.
A Day In The Life
Benefits Enrollment, Audits And Reporting
Proactively mine benefits enrollment data in the HRIS system to identify inconsistencies and eligibility concerns that require further research or enrollment/de‑enrollment
Conduct audits of enrollments with benefit vendors to ensure data integrity between systems
Maintain a strong understanding of benefits data integrations with carriers and consistently audit the transfer of information to the vendors
Assist in the execution of the open enrollment configuration and testing
Maintain process documentation and audit controls
Prepare and submit compliance reports, including ACA filings, 5500 filings, and nondiscrimination testing
Assist with modeling and costing of plan‑related changes
Collaborate with brokers and vendors on benefit renewals and escalations
Benefits Invoicing And Reconciliation
Own benefit programs billing and invoicing
Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices, track variances, and resolve discrepancies using Workday reports and collaboration with Finance/AP
Audit payroll benefit deductions and ensure associate deductions for 401(k), HSA & FSAs are transmitted promptly and accurately to vendors
401(k) Plan
Coordinate the annual plan audit with internal and external auditors
Audit data with the record‑keeper to identify discrepancies and rectify records
Manage the annual company match contribution process
Participate in regular record‑keeper and consultant calls as the SME
You’ll Come With
3+ years of in‑house benefits administration experience
Strong 401(k) knowledge preferred
Experience working within an HR system; Workday experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Excellent communication skills
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
Proactive, solution‑oriented, comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Understanding of federal, state and local regulations including ERISA, ACA, COBRA and HIPAA
Benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Competitive wages and flexible hours are offered. Associates also receive training and development opportunities.
Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors such as qualifications, education, job‑related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.
Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Location: New Jersey – Burlington
Address: 2006 Route 130 North
Zip Code: 08016
Pay Rate: Salaried
Position Category: Human Resources
Job Type: Full‑Time
Remote Type: Hybrid
Min‑Mid Salary: $80,000.00 – $105,000.00
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As a Senior Benefits Analyst with Burlington, you’ll support the day‑to‑day administration and compliance of the health & welfare and 401(k) retirement programs. This role will serve as the subject matter expert for the 401(k) plan and be the primary support for compliance‑related tasks, including external and inter‑audits, required filings, testing and reporting, and benefit plan funding and payments to vendors.
A Day In The Life
Benefits Enrollment, Audits And Reporting
Proactively mine benefits enrollment data in the HRIS system to identify inconsistencies and eligibility concerns that require further research or enrollment/de‑enrollment
Conduct audits of enrollments with benefit vendors to ensure data integrity between systems
Maintain a strong understanding of benefits data integrations with carriers and consistently audit the transfer of information to the vendors
Assist in the execution of the open enrollment configuration and testing
Maintain process documentation and audit controls
Prepare and submit compliance reports, including ACA filings, 5500 filings, and nondiscrimination testing
Assist with modeling and costing of plan‑related changes
Collaborate with brokers and vendors on benefit renewals and escalations
Benefits Invoicing And Reconciliation
Own benefit programs billing and invoicing
Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices, track variances, and resolve discrepancies using Workday reports and collaboration with Finance/AP
Audit payroll benefit deductions and ensure associate deductions for 401(k), HSA & FSAs are transmitted promptly and accurately to vendors
401(k) Plan
Coordinate the annual plan audit with internal and external auditors
Audit data with the record‑keeper to identify discrepancies and rectify records
Manage the annual company match contribution process
Participate in regular record‑keeper and consultant calls as the SME
You’ll Come With
3+ years of in‑house benefits administration experience
Strong 401(k) knowledge preferred
Experience working within an HR system; Workday experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Excellent communication skills
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
Proactive, solution‑oriented, comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Understanding of federal, state and local regulations including ERISA, ACA, COBRA and HIPAA
Benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Competitive wages and flexible hours are offered. Associates also receive training and development opportunities.
Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors such as qualifications, education, job‑related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.
Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Location: New Jersey – Burlington
Address: 2006 Route 130 North
Zip Code: 08016
Pay Rate: Salaried
Position Category: Human Resources
Job Type: Full‑Time
Remote Type: Hybrid
Min‑Mid Salary: $80,000.00 – $105,000.00
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