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Linde Inc.

Benefits Analyst- Retirement (Finance)

Linde Inc.

Benefits Analyst- Retirement

Danbury, CT, United States | req18656

In this role you will coordinate the administration of Linde's retirement benefit programs including projects resulting from regulatory changes and design changes requiring in-depth research and analysis for implementation and communication
Manage compliance of the Retirement Savings Plan
Evaluate and recommends changes on retirement provisions and process improvements
Develop and directs processes based on discussions with manager, external vendors, and legal counsel to ensure administrators follow procedures
Monitor existing process documentation to ensure compliance with plan requirements, government regulations and vendor requirements and creates documentation for new initiatives
You will work closely with accounting, legal, and others in the human resources department to ensure plans remain in compliance, including annual 5500 filings, audits, non-discrimination testing, SPDs, amendments, and plan documents
Manage and respond to requests from auditors on all internal/external audits surrounding the Retirement Savings Plan.
Assist legal counsel, actuaries, internal IT and record keepers in incorporating plan changes into administrative processes.
Respond to retirement plan escalations received by Employee Services from all levels of employees assisting with their inquiries and or requests in a timely and efficient manner
Assist in design/deployment of employee communications related to the retirement programs
Oversee the Retirement Savings Plan activities related to all acquisitions and divestitures
Manage vendor contacts in regard to discussing data requirements, reporting, and trouble shooting
Research and provides direction to vendors on complex employee calculations and situations
You will be responsible for data integrity of retirement plans, conducting a monthly audit of the Retirement Panel on the HRIS system
Maintain Union Benefit Matrix for Benefit Department – stays up to date on union negotiations and coordinates changes that may be needed as a result of negotiations

A Bachelor's degree is required; a concentration in business, human resources or mathematics is preferred
A minimum 3 years of experience in benefits or financial analysis required; 3-5 years of benefit regulation experience a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to identify recommended solutions
Exceptional attention to detail, ability to maintain the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality
Advanced level Excel skills are required in this role (an excel evaluation will be given as part of the interview process)
You have the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
Strong customer service and communication skills with ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the organization
Team player who works well with others, willing to help where needed

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2023 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications including production of clean hydrogen and carbon capture systems critical to the energy transition, life-saving medical oxygen and high-purity & specialty gases for electronics. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

Linde employees learn and abide the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct by demonstrating honesty, integrity, professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Every day is an opportunity: an opportunity to learn, to grow, to share success, and to contribute to one of the world's leading industrial gas and engineering companies. Seize the opportunity: take your next step with us and join our team.

In addition to competitive compensation we offer a wide range of medical options to suit everyone's needs. Other benefits include; educational and professional development, employee discount program, 401K, pension plan, and life insurance, just to name a few. The salary range for this role is: $60,000-$80,000.

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*)The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.