Benefits Analyst - Retirement & Financial Wellbeing

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

To support the Retirement Team in financial wellbeing education and in day-to-day administration of retirement plans. A core responsibility will be managing financial wellbeing communications through a third-party vendor and internal communication channels, keeping employees apprised of opportunities for education and engagement. Knowledge and experience in 401(k) plans needed to support the team in day-to-day administration but also to educate employees on how to utilize the benefit. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Promote financial wellbeing opportunities for employees. 

• • This includes drafting and reviewing email communications or resources to be posted. Also includes creating presentations and presenting materials to new hires or education sessions to employee groups.
  • Collaborate with third-party vendor and internal communication teams to keep employees engaged and apprised of opportunities for financial education. Seek opportunities for vendors to be on-site or support in ways that work best for various employee segments.
  • Manage our Employee Education Plan (Tuition Reimbursement) and third-party vendor in administration of that program.
  • Oversee our Executive Financial Wellbeing resources by notifying vendors of newly eligible participants and letting newly eligible participants know about new resource options. Keep advisors informed of any benefit changes that may impact executives.
• Administration of 401(k) and severance plans.
  • Back-up to Benefits Analyst in activities such as 401(k) funding, and interface error resolutions
  • Facilitate corrections as needed for 401(k) with third-party record keeper and/or payroll
  • Support certain cyclical activities such 401(k) reconciliations and non-qualified plan administrative processes that require excel skills such as lookups and advanced formulas
  • Assist in Severance plan administration, data reporting and analysis as needed.
  • Assist in participant escalations working with company and vendor call centers to resolve inquiries timely
• Support team in ongoing process improvements, process documentation updates and various processes as needed.

What are we looking for? 

Experience Required

• 2+ years in corporate business environment
• 2+ years in 401(k) plan administration; experience in financial wellbeing programs preferred but not required
• Experience in administrative, analytical or project management role demonstrating organizational skills

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Adaptable to changing business needs
• Demonstrated ability to execute and respond quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high level, responsive customer service in a business environment
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Adaptable to changing business needs
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Proficient in the use of office technologies (MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), with high-level of proficiency in Excel

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field

BENEFICIAL

• Experience in Wellbeing or Financial education programs for employees

• Advanced skill with MS Excel spreadsheets and formulas
• Experience with SAP Payroll
• Experience in Employee communications

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

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Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counselling service
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Company vehicle for eligible employees
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
• Paid Leave:
  • Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
  • Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
  • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
  • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
  • Funeral Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
  • Long-Term Disability Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Released Time for Children’s Education
  • Community Outreach Leave
  • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

• Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atwppgeneral@RJRT.com

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