<p>We are looking for a Benefits Analysyt to support a health insurance organization in Northbrook, Illinois through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will take ownership of benefits administration activities, with a strong emphasis on managing the full open enrollment cycle and ensuring accurate employee data handling throughout the process. The role is ideal for someone who brings a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving ability, and a service-oriented approach while working closely with a small support team in a large employee environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end open enrollment activities, from planning and preparation through employee support and final completion.</p><p>• Maintain and validate census data to help ensure benefit records are accurate, current, and ready for reporting or enrollment needs.</p><p>• Coordinate day-to-day benefits administration tasks, including reviewing eligibility details, processing updates, and addressing employee questions.</p><p>• Support compensation and benefits-related analysis by organizing data, identifying discrepancies, and helping improve accuracy across programs.</p><p>• Assist with leave-related matters, including FMLA tracking and related documentation, while following company policies and applicable guidelines.</p><p>• Partner with a small internal team to provide benefits support, while independently managing primary ownership of assigned responsibilities.</p><p>• Use Excel and benefits administration systems to track information, prepare reports, and support operational tasks.</p><p>• Contribute to benefits platform updates and process-related activities, including work connected to the transition from Ease to Employee Navigator</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $140,000-$145,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Supports the preparation of benefit plan financial statements and Form 5500 filings.</li><li>Supports preparation and delivery of corporation's monthly financial statement close process by overseeing the benefits accounting team’s close. This includes the accounting for healthcare benefits, pension, and OPEB.</li><li>Primary owner of all accounting or regulatory reporting over healthcare, pension and OPEB. Ensures financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely, and analyzes and reviews financial statements for given area of responsibility. Responsible for complete and accurate preparation of all required reports on a quarterly and annual basis.</li><li>Prepares, reviews or approves pension and OPEB account reconciliations for corporation's entities and accounts, as required.</li><li>Responds to monthly and quarterly fluctuation inquiries over healthcare, pension and OPEB activity.</li><li>Support external reporting disclosure requirements as it relates to pension and OPEB.</li><li>Supports the implementation of changes in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that impact the Benefits Accounting team.</li><li>Supports in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various healthcare, pension and OPEB accounts.</li><li>Consults and liaises with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues related to benefits.</li><li>Cooperates in special projects and special requests as required for the Controller's Group.</li><li>Interacts with internal and external auditors, Corporate Controller's Department and business units as required to accomplish goals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>JOB SCOPE</strong></p><ul><li>Under minimal supervision, perform assigned financial accounting and/or reporting in compliance with internal reporting processes, and applicable regulatory bodies.</li><li>Proactively notify Supervisor or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</li><li>Work closely with other departments and business units regarding accounting activities.</li><li>Supervise and provide review and approval of a variety of accounting assignments</li><li>Position has significant impact to the timely completion and delivery of financial information and reports that in turn has impact on the work of those who compile the overall consolidated corporation financials. Potential financial loss to Corporation and/or its entities may result if work output fails to meet expected deadlines, accuracy, and quality.<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment with a manufacturing organization in Lombard, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who can interpret compensation data, contribute to benefits-related analysis, and deliver clear insights that support informed pay decisions. The position offers the opportunity to work independently while partnering with stakeholders to maintain accurate records, evaluate market trends, and keep projects moving forward on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze compensation information across domestic and international employee groups to identify trends and support pay recommendations.<br>• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking activities using recognized compensation tools such as Korn Ferry or comparable platforms.<br>• Maintain accurate compensation records by entering, reviewing, and updating data within internal systems.<br>• Support participation in salary surveys by compiling submissions, checking data quality, and confirming reporting accuracy.<br>• Prepare reporting materials and summaries that translate compensation findings into clear takeaways for leadership teams.<br>• Monitor compensation project timelines, prioritize deliverables, and help ensure key milestones are achieved within expected deadlines.<br>• Review market data to assess external competitiveness and assist in aligning pay practices with business needs.<br>• Collaborate with HR and related stakeholders on compensation and benefits analysis, including support for benefit-related functions when needed.