Improving HR Efficiency and Compliance with American Fidelity
Managing HR responsibilities can be a daunting challenge for many organizations. London City Schools in London, Ohio found itself in this predicament. Kristine Blind, CFO, was often shouldering the responsibilities of the HR department.
As the CFO, Kristine’s degree and experience did not prepare her for complex HR issues that schools now face. This created a challenge in ensuring compliance and staying updated on ever-changing regulations. Kristine sought a solution to help alleviate these challenges. She turned to a familiar partner she trusted throughout her tenure in several other districts across Ohio.
Challenge:
London City Schools faced a challenge in managing HR responsibilities. The district doesn’t have a dedicated HR staff. As such, they were challenged to stay updated on complex matters such as 403(b), 457(b), and HSA contribution limits, which are subject to frequent changes. As a result, she struggled to ensure compliance and maintain peace of mind in HR operations.
“I’ve brought American Fidelity to three districts. They tailor their offerings to meet the needs of you and your staff,” says Kristine.
Solution:
To address these challenges, Kristine Blind sought the assistance of American Fidelity, a leading benefits administration provider. American Fidelity extended the reach of Kristine’s team, offering specialized expertise and support to London City Schools. They provided invaluable benefit guidance helping to ensure compliance with ever-changing regulations.
They consistently kept her informed about crucial updates that could impact the school district’s HR operations. By providing regular notifications and updates about employee benefits, American Fidelity helped ensure Blind stayed ahead of legislative changes and evolving contribution limits set by the IRS.
By partnering with American Fidelity, the district has experienced improved efficiency and compliance.
“American Fidelity’s proactive approach to communication played a significant role in alleviating my concerns,” says Kristine.
Results:
During the annual open enrollment, American Fidelity’s dedicated representatives met individually with each of the district’s 240 employees. These personalized sessions lasted around 20 minutes per employee, resulting in a total of 80 hours of saved time. By handling these tasks, American Fidelity acted as an extension of the existing staff, helping to relieve the burden on Blind and her team.
The extensive communication efforts have proven invaluable. Blind worries less about changing legislation or contribution limits, as American Fidelity aims to notify her of benefits-related changes. This ongoing support enables Blind to focus on her core responsibilities without the added stress of keeping up with employee benefits legal changes.
Furthermore, the convenience and time-saving benefits of American Fidelity’s services during the annual open enrollment period cannot be overstated. By meeting individually with each employee, American Fidelity helped ensure employees received personalized attention and guidance, leading to better understanding and utilization of available benefits.
This blog is up to date as of August 2024 and has not been updated for changes in the law, administration or current events.
