Benefits Analyst

3 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Cresco Labs Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCOMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.

Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs' mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.

At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation's cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

If you're interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation's cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

The Benefits Analyst will provide strong knowledge to the benefits function, this key role will lead a variety of benefit related activities to ensure that programs remain competitive and conform to the current philosophy of the organization. This position will drive the identification and prioritization of opportunities for improvement within Benefits processes and propose changes to achieve functional consistency.

This position will be responsible for developing, documenting and implementing consistent and compliant processes, including the development of compliance audits. This position will focus on ensuring compliance to all benefit plan legislation by maintaining knowledge and understanding of ERISA, IRS regulations, the Affordable Care Act, and other Federal, State, and Local related legislation regulatory requirements.

CORE JOB DUTIES

  • Analyzes, develops benefit strategies process to create automation and mitigate risk.
  • Serve as the key escalation point for the Benefits team.
  • Responsible for the overall compliance and day to day administration of 401k program.
  • Oversee day-to-day activities for the benefits function, including but not limited to, invoice processing, benefit corrections, funding notices and required audits.
  • Ensure and manage compliance with all benefit plan legislation by maintaining knowledge and understanding of ERISA, IRS regulations, the Affordable Care Act, and other Federal, State, and Local related legislation
  • Serves as the lead to launch, implement programs, including annual open enrollment.
  • Assess manual processes within the Benefits function and identify opportunities to automate or streamline work.
  • Recommends short- and long-term benefits solutions (e.g., policy adjustments, program corrections, leveraging of existing solutions) to meet business need
  • Demonstrated experience communicating a total rewards culture by collaborating closely with stakeholders.
  • Act as champion and change agent by supporting HR-related needs and identifying value-added services.
  • Able to interact with all levels in the organization and turn open questions into formulated responses.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or related fields.
  • In lieu of a bachelor's degree 6+ years in a progressive benefits role
  • 5+ years of professional industry experience in the Benefits Field with a focus on H&W programs
  • Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of ERISA, ACA requirements
  • SHRM-CP/PHR or CEBS certification preferred.
  • Experience with union environment a plus.
  • Familiarity with UKG preferred
  • Must have strong working knowledge of Excel and/or Microsoft Suite
  • Experience in leading and implementing health and welfare programs
  • Working knowledge and understanding of ERISA plans
  • Demonstrable ability to interpret and communicate programs and policies
  • Must have strong analytical skills and ability to create meaningful reporting.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to write and present results to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Excellent listening skills
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures.
  • Ability to sit/walk/stand for up to 8 hours per day.

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
  • Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") Notice to Applicants:Please read the California Employee Privacy Notice ("CA Privacy Notice") regarding Sunnyside* and its affiliate Cresco Labs' policies pertaining to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. This CA Privacy Notice supplements the information contained in the Sunnyside* Privacy Policy and applies to California resident employees and job applicants. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting CCPAnotice@crescolabs.comReporting a Scam:

Cresco Labs is aware of fictitious employment offers being circulated from various sources. Many of these schemes consist of an alleged offer of employment with Cresco Labs with the intention of gaining personal information, including payment and/or banking information. Be aware that fraudulent job offers and correspondence may appear legitimate: they may feature a Cresco Labs logo, they may appear to originate from an official-looking email address or web site, or they may be sent by individuals purporting to represent Cresco Labs or an entity which includes the word Cresco Labs in its name.

Please note that Cresco Labs does not ask for payment or personal banking information as a condition of employment. Any personal information is requested for payroll or state badging purposes only. Applications can be securely submitted through our career's pages.We are working diligently to block this from happening. Beware if an offer of employment looks too good to be true. Never divulge personal and banking information or send money if you are unsure of the authenticity of an email or other communication in the name of Cresco Labs.If you are in doubt, please contact us at Report-a-spam@crescolabs.com with questions.

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