Principal Specialist, Benefits Finance

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. Develop financial forecasts and analysis of Company benefit costs related to fringe benefit programs, including pension .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeFarmington • Connecticut • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial forecasting and analysis, with a strong focus on pension and fringe benefit programs. Proficient in managing critical projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with GAAP, ERISA, and CAS regulations.

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Financial ForecastingAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementGAAP KnowledgeSAP Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisProcess ImprovementGeneral AccountingActuarial ConceptsPension Regulations

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAPPower BIOneStreamPower QueryAlteryx

Industry Keywords

Fringe Benefit ProgramsERISACAS RegulationsAudit SupportVendor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop financial forecasts and analysis of Company benefit costs related to fringe benefit programs, including pension
Assist with preparation of Company and benefit plans’ financial statement disclosures, annual filings, and submissions to the U.S. government
Participate in ad hoc special projects, including plan design analysis, process improvement initiatives, and mergers/acquisitions due diligence
Work with third-party benefits vendors and internal contacts to ensure payment and accounting for benefit claims, expenses, and other financial transactions in accordance with company policies
Participate in audit support activities, including leading auditor calls, preparing written responses to audit inquiries, reviewing vendor SOC1 reports, and testing applicable controls
Report to the Director, Benefits Finance
Partner with Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Corporate, and global business unit stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience, or 9 years of relevant experience in the absence of a degree
Solid experience and knowledge of financial forecasting and analysis
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to independently manage critical projects under demanding schedules
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle competing priorities with attention to detail
Solid written and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Preferred: ability to identify and execute process improvements
Preferred: experience with general accounting and/or actuarial concepts, including fringe benefit programs
Preferred: knowledge of GAAP, ERISA, and CAS regulations relating to pensions and other benefits
Preferred: proficiency with SAP, OneStream, Power Query, Power BI, and Alteryx