Benefits Analyst Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for case management for escalated leave of absence situations, including requests for reasonable accommodations as defined by federal, state, and ADA regulations.

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:

• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered
• Experience in administering benefit plans, particularly self-insured health and defined contribution retirement plans is preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state benefit laws and regulations
• Focus on delivering quality customer service
• Customer Service & Vendor relationships
• Accurate and timely issue resolution including
• Working knowledge of benefit plans (eligibility, coverage, etc) preferred
• Multi-task/manage changing and/or multiple priorities

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

Previously, I was responsible for support for critical areas of compliance such as ACA, furnishing of annual notices and disclosures and other mandatory reporting requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Coordinate daily benefits processing
• Auditing and processing of monthly billings for payment of administrative fees for all group benefit plans
• Assist with annual non-discrimination testing
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for leaves of absence (FMLA, personal, military, STD/LTD, ) under the general guidance of the benefits manager and legal department
• Partner closely with external leave management vendor and HR business partners on all leave cases
• Coordinate with internal management, HR business partners, HR Shared Services, payroll and the outsourced leave management vendor to ensure the proper reporting of leaves for all employees including education on requirements/process, collection of premium payments while on leave and arrears upon return from leave, and ensuring appropriate payroll notifications
• Knowledge of benefits contract language
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125 and ACA

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

Previously, I was responsible for advice and guidance to Business Partners and employees on all issues related to FMLA, and other leaves of absence for medical, family and personal reasons in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Research and provide recommendations on enhancements to benefit programs and policies
• Understanding of benefits administration concerning data utilization and data transmission to supporting internal departments (Finance, Information Technology, Payroll, ) and external vendors/administrators
• Advance working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, Internal Revenue Codes (as they apply to health and welfare plans), and other statues governing employer sponsored benefit plans
• Advance working knowledge of accounting functions including budget building and evaluation, employee contribution modeling
• Knowledge of insurance environment
• Intermediate to expert level computer skills such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Frequently stand/walk, sitting, use a computer, use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation
• Knowledge of applicable laws regarding health and welfare

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

Previously, I was responsible for assistance with modeling and costing of plan related changes in support of federal regulations & organizational strategy.

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:

• Full competency working with Microsoft Office suite
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs with advanced skills in Excel to include advanced formulas, Vlookups and Pivot tables
• Experience on HR/Payroll systems with Benefits Administration focus
• Well-developed team skills, unquestioned integrity, and the experience, confidence and presence to effectively handle interpersonal relationships and sensitive HR issues
• Have an approachable customer service attitude and possess problem solving skills in dealing with various tasks
• Experience developing ideas and relaying data sets and cost effectiveness to senior personnel
• Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal laws including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, DOL, IRS and other applicable regulations
• Consistent action on delivery in a fast paced environment

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

Previously, I was responsible for assistance to locations regarding company leave rules and process to include the processing of FMLA and STD.

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:

• General understanding of benefits and governance requirements
• Communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information
• Excellent knowledge of various federal and state laws
• Demonstrated flexibility and teamwork skills
• General knowledge of state and federal Human Resource laws
• Proficient in Workday and Lawson HRIS systems strongly preferred
• Experience in HRIS systems, particularly related to health and welfare systems preferred
• Knowledge of benefits administration and related concepts and practices such as ACA, ERISA and HIPAA preferred