Analyst, Benefits Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the analyst, benefits opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance to HR, Payroll, and HRS Ops, where applicable, on benefits, disability and FMLA administration and impact as a result of HR policy or process changes or as required.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Task and results driven
• Knowledge of health and welfare benefit plans, administration, and regulations to include ACA, ERISA, HIPAA
• Applied skills in Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with HRIS systems (Lawson preferably)
• Effective communication skills and comfort working with colleagues in a virtual and phone-based environment
• Equity program administration
• Knowledge of benefit related rules and regulations including ACA, ERISA, HIPPA
• Ensure compliance of benefit plans with federal and state laws, including ERISA, IRS and DOL regulations including annual 5500 reporting, compliance testing and updating plan documents and summary plan descriptions

In response to your job posting for analyst, benefits, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for information on international benefits plans and premiums to HR departments, managers and team members, and respond to specific queries on plans, where required.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• General understanding of employee benefit coverage’s preferred
• Manage specific vendor relationships
• Manage day-to-day communications with external benefits providers to provide solutions for associates
• Work with Benefits Project Management to support system changes
• Assist with plan reviews, financial analysis, and audit support
• BS in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Proven customer service attitude
• Intellectual curiosity, initiative and CIP mindset

Please consider me for the analyst, benefits opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for full support on all benefits and related plans and programs in APAC including but not limited to annual renewal and benefits review/administration from time to time.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of health & welfare benefits at an eligibility processing level
• Experience working in a Workday environment is highly preferred
• Experience in the use of manual processes along with automated processes
• Experience working with a minimum of 5,000 employees across multiple states
• Knowledge of ERISA, employment, benefit programs, including flexible benefit programs
• Prior experience with Workday also beneficial
• Working knowledge of State and Federal laws impacting benefit-related regulatory requirements, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, DOL, IRS and other applicable regulations
• Exposure to HRIS, preferably Workday

I am excited to be applying for the position of analyst, benefits. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for functional support related to third party benefits administration system and feeds including documentation and testing.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Advanced skills in Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) and database computer applications
• Have a strong aptitude for working in a very fast-paced environment
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to switch directions immediately
• Strong knowledge of HRMS systems
• Familiarity with carrier administration systems
• Knowledge of benefit specific guidelines of DOL, IRS, ERISA, HIPAA and PPACA
• General knowledge of Time and Attendance systems, Recruiting systems and General Ledger (GL)
• Serve as a contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators

I am excited to be applying for the position of analyst, benefits. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for continuous audit of benefits administration system to ensure the integrity of data and processes.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Thorough knowledge of leave of absence policies and requirements
• Comfortable working with employees and managers of all levels
• Solid understanding of SAP HR preferred
• Organizational and time management skills to prioritize heavy workloads and meet time sensitive deadlines
• Intermediate level of Excel is mandatory
• Can effectively multi-task
• Complete confidentiality is a requirement
• Office type environment