Senior Benefits Finance Analyst

**Nature and Variety of Work** ------------------------------ **Come join our team!** Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. **Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.** The Prince George’s County **Office** **of Human Resources Management (OHRM)** is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a **Senior Benefits Finance Analyst** (Human Resources Analyst 3G) position**, Grade G24,** in the **Pensions and Retirement Division.** **About the Position** This senior\-level professional position provides advanced analytical, financial, and administrative support for the implementation and administration of the County’s group health and life insurance plans. The Senior Benefits Finance Analyst leads financial oversight functions including benefit invoice processing, reconciliation, audit coordination, claim assessments, and complex benefits eligibility and financial issues resolution. The role requires independent analysis, sound judgment, and the ability to evaluate risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with internal teams (Pensions, Retirement, Finance, Budget, etc.) as well as external vendors, auditors, and the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System. The incumbent also supports HRIS systems administration, develops reports, analyzes data trends, and contributes to policy and process improvement initiatives. Work is performed with considerable latitude and requires a high degree of technical expertise, initiative, confidentiality, and the ability to manage complex, time\-sensitive workloads in a fast\-paced environment. **About the Agency** The Prince George's County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) provides HR services, policies, and programs to support the County's government employees. OHRM is committed to supporting the County's workforce by providing comprehensive human resources services and fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and workforce development, OHRM plays a vital role in ensuring that the County attracts and retains top talent while promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion. **Examples of Work** -------------------- * Serves as the primary liaison for invoice payment, eligibility, financial transactions, and transmissions related to benefit health benefits plans. * Performs advanced benefits reconciliation to support the accurate administration of County health insurance benefits for active and retired employees. * Resolves complex claim/invoice discrepancies and completes detailed documentation and reporting. * Monitors, reviews, and processes health insurance invoices; maintains logs, statistical reports, and trend data; prepares comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial and utilization reports. * Provides high\-level customer service on health plan provisions, eligibility, claims, and financial matters; processes benefit transactions such as enrollments, changes, terminations, and vendor transmissions. * Processes invoices and performs detailed financial analyses including variance reviews, cost modeling, benchmarking, and monitor utilization trends. * Reviews HRIS system actions analyzing downstream impact to health insurance enrollment and employee deductions. Responsibilities include creating system queries, running specialized reports, participating in system/action testing, conducting data analysis, and resolving ERP processes or data\-related issues. * Conducts bi\-weekly payroll audits, reconciles vendor eligibility files, identifies discrepancies, and performs advanced data analytics to support benefits planning, forecasting, and decision\-making. * Develops, updates, and enforces financial and operational procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and audit requirements. * Ensures compliance with federal, state, and County laws governing employee benefits, including HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, IRS regulations, and Maryland laws; monitors regulatory changes and prepares compliance assessments. * Reviews, researches, and processes claims data, identifying items with potential financial, legal, or compliance risks; coordinates with internal and external entities to mitigate identified issues. * Performs other duties assigned, including supporting specialized projects, participating in professional development training, and reporting during essential operations when required. **Qualifications** ------------------ **Minimum Qualifications** Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the Human Resources/Personnel Management, Organizational Development, Business/Public Management, Psychology, or closely related field * Two (2\) year of professional level human resources experience An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. **EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.** **Preferred Qualifications*** Master’s degree in human resources, public administration, finance, business administration, data analytics, or a closely related field. * Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in employee benefits administration, financial reconciliation, auditing, or health and life insurance program administration. * Demonstrated expertise in complex financial analysis, invoice processing, cost modeling, variance analysis, and utilizing data to support strategic decision\-making. (Grounded in financial and audit responsibilities) * Proven experience with HRIS systems, ERP platforms, reporting tools, and data analysis (e.g., running queries, producing statistical/analytical reports, trend analysis). * Strong knowledge of federal, state, and County regulations governing employee benefits (HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, IRS regulations, Maryland laws, etc.), with demonstrated experience identifying compliance risks and preparing audits or regulatory documentation. * Exceptional analytical, critical\-thinking, and problem\-solving abilities, particularly related to complex benefits, claims, or financial discrepancies. * High attention to detail with the ability to synthesize information from multiple systems to resolve issues accurately. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues to employees, supervisors, and leadership. * Ability to manage high\-volume, time\-sensitive workloads in a fast\-paced, deadline\-driven environment while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. * Strong customer service orientation with the ability to navigate sensitive matters professionally and tactfully. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (advanced), Word, and PowerPoint. * Professional certification in Benefits, Finance or Human Resources (e.g., CPA, CEBS, SHRM\-CP/SCP etc.) preferred. **Additional Information** -------------------------- **Salary Range Transparency:** The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. **Tentative Interview Dates: July 22, 2026**. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. **Job Location**: 1400 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD **Conditions of Employment****: Upon selection, the candidate must:*** Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. * Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable. * Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where required. * Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. **This position is essential.** Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non\-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave **ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED** **Eligibility to Work**:Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E\-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I\-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I\-9 is completed. For information on E\-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E\-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888\-897\-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E\-Verify. **INTERNAL APPLICANTS:** If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16\-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5\) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure. ***Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer******Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace*** **General Plan Information:** The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31\. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same\-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same\-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre\-tax basis with the exception of Long\-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short\-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). ***New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30\) days of the hire date.*** The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the ***beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty\-five (45\) days from the date of hire.*** After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: * Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 \+ hours, per week) * Group Term Life Insurance * Long \& Short\-Term Disability * Flexible Spending Accounts + Dependent Care Assistance Program + Health Care Flexible Spending Account * Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, \& Sick) * 13 Paid Holidays * Retirement Benefits + Defined Benefit Pension Plan - Employer Contribution Rate\-11\.71% + Supplemental Pension Plan - Employee Contribution Rate (Pre\-Tax)\-3\.48% + 457(b) + 403(b) * Employee Discounts * Employee Assistance Program * Voluntary Benefits + Critical Illness + Whole Life Insurance + Accident Insurance + Legal Services For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments\-offices/human\-resources\-management/employees/benefits