Contract Senior Benefits Analyst - 3 months

About the position The Contract Senior Benefits Analyst serves as a trusted subject matter expert responsible for the governance, administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs across the Americas (U.S., Canada, LATAM). This is a 3-month contract position working approximately 30 hours per week (part-time). This role partners cross-functionally with HR, Global Payroll, Finance, Legal, HR Shared Services, and external vendors to ensure benefits programs are compliant, competitive, employee-focused, and operationally efficient. This position is ideal for an experienced benefits professional who thrives in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, balancing hands-on analysis with strategic oversight, risk management, and process optimization. Responsibilities • Serve as the primary escalation point and subject matter expert for benefits programs • Research, analyze, and resolve complex employee benefits inquiries • Provide guidance to HR Shared Services and vendors to ensure consistent and compliant support • Own and maintain benefits communications ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance • Manage benefits content across intranet, portals, and employee resources • Partner with Corporate Communications on program updates and announcements • Act as a regional compliance expert, staying current on benefits regulations • Partner with HRIS, Payroll, and Leave teams to ensure compliant administration • Develop and maintain annual compliance calendars (reporting, audits, filings) • Identify risks and implement controls, documentation, and process improvements • Provide regional governance and oversight for reporting and audit processes • Review and analyze: Retirement plan reporting (401(k), RRSP), Vendor dashboards and eligibility audits • Partner with Payroll on HSA/FSA funding, reconciliation, and controls • Manage and reconcile vendor invoices ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Support HRIS with system integrations, testing, and enhancements • Oversee audit processes and maintain audit-ready documentation • Drive improvements in data integrity, compliance, and scalability • Lead governance and annual activities for 401(k) and RRSP plans, including: Plan reconciliations, Non-discrimination testing, Audit and Form 5500 support, Employer contribution coordination • Act as HR lead for retirement audits, partnering with Payroll, Finance, and auditors • Analyze benefits data, cost trends, and utilization • Participate in Workday enhancements and releases • Collaborate with Compensation and HR Operations on initiatives • Translate data and audit findings into actionable insights for leadership Requirements • 7+ years of experience in benefits administration, compliance, and vendor management • Strong knowledge of health, welfare, and retirement plans (401(k), RRSP) • Experience with reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance • Strong analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills • Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment Nice-to-haves • Experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms • Background supporting multi-country or Americas-wide benefits programs • Professional certifications (e.g., CBP, CEBS) • Experience partnering with Global Payroll and Finance teams Benefits • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive benefits • Career success on your terms • Flexible work environment • Annual wellness and community outreach days • Always on recognition for your contributions • Global collaboration and networking opportunities