US Benefits Manager

athenahealth is a company focused on creating a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. They are seeking an experienced US Benefits Manager to implement and manage comprehensive benefits programs that attract and retain top talent, driving employee engagement and job satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer competitive benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision and wellbeing plans
• Design and deliver clear, concise communications to employees, managers, and HR teams about benefits programs, ensuring high levels of engagement and understanding
• Analyze benefits data and trends using reporting tools to inform strategy and decision-making
• Ensure benefits comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and COBRA
• Collaborate with the Total Rewards team to align benefits programs with organizational goals and industry trends
• Assess, design, and deliver relevant Wellness programs
• Lead projects related to benefits enhancements, compliance, and communication initiatives
• Utilize Workday HRIS to maintain accurate benefits data and streamline processes
• Develop and maintain relationships with benefits vendors, including health insurance carriers, brokers, and administrators
• Prepare annual benefits budgets, forecast costs, and track actual spending against projections
• Support benefits communication campaigns to increase employee engagement and understanding
• Assist in benchmarking and market analysis to maintain competitive benefits offerings
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects as needed
• Provide guidance and support to HR partners and managers on benefits-related inquiries
• Contribute to continuous process improvements within the benefits function
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend innovative benefits solutions
• Support annual benefits open enrollment and other key benefits events

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent years of relevant professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in benefits management
• 5+ years of experience in benefits management, preferably in a large organization, in technology or healthcare industries
• 3+ years of experience with Workday HRIS, including implementation, configuration, and management of benefits programs
• Familiarity with Benefits and Payroll processes is required
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools, including Workday, to inform benefits program decisions
• Ability to organize and lead large scale projects, including but not limited to annual open enrollment
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or similar certifications a plus

Benefits

• Commuter support
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition assistance
• Employee resource groups
• Collaborative workspaces

Company Overview

• Athenahealth is a provider of medical practice automation and claims management software to medical groups and health systems. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.athenahealth.com.