Benefits Systems Analyst

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize the College’s benefits platform to improve performance, usability, and data accuracy.
• Maintain and monitor data feeds between the benefits platform and third-party vendors, resolving errors through auditing and reconciliation.
• Oversee the TIAA retirement automation process, ensuring accurate and timely transmittal of payroll contributions and employer matches.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with federal and state benefit regulations, including ACA 1095-C reporting and 5500 filings.
• Reconcile retirement plan contributions and audit carrier invoices to ensure accurate remittance.
• Prepare and present benefits data analysis to various stakeholders and committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, accounting, human resources, or a related field.
• Two years of experience in benefits administration, HRIS/Benefits systems, or payroll.
• Technical experience with system integrations and conversions, including business analysis, configuration, and testing.
• Experience developing HR analytics dashboards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and present complex data to different audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, confidential environment with changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Professional certifications such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or Project Management.
• Experience working in a higher education environment, specifically with payroll integrations and compliance reporting.

About the Company

Occidental College is a leading liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence and fostering a diverse, inclusive community.