Benefits Analyst

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. Administer and maintain employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSAs, 401(k) plans, pension plans, and COBRA continuation coverage .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,600 - $92,675 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee benefits administration, including compliance with regulations such as HIPAA, COBRA, and ERISA. Proficient in managing benefits enrollment processes, data audits, and employee communications while ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.

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Employee Benefits AdministrationBenefits Compliance ActivitiesHRIS PlatformsMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Employee Benefits ProgramsEligibility AdministrationEnrollment ProcessesData AuditsBenefits DocumentationRegulatory ReportingProcess ImprovementsBenefits Data ValidationDeferred Compensation Plans401(k) Plans

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Benefits Administration SystemsHRIS PlatformsWorkdayData Integration ToolsWellness Program Management Tools

Industry Keywords

HIPAACOBRAFMLAADAACA/PPACAERISAU.S. Department of Labor RegulationsInternal Revenue Service Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and maintain employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSAs, 401(k) plans, pension plans, and COBRA continuation coverage
Maintain employee benefits enrollment records, eligibility information, and coverage changes
Support benefits-related onboarding and offboarding, including enrollment, qualifying life events, and coverage termination
Serve as a primary contact for employee benefits inquiries regarding plan provisions, eligibility, coverage, claims, and resources
Investigate, escalate, and resolve enrollment discrepancies, coverage concerns, and employee claims issues
Support development, implementation, and documentation of benefits programs, policies, procedures, and employee communications
Prepare and distribute communications for annual open enrollment, plan changes, wellness initiatives, and other benefits programs
Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications, enrollment support, data validation, and issue resolution
Compile and validate benefits data for regulatory reporting, participant notifications, HR audits, and compliance reviews
Support review and maintenance of benefits plan documentation, including Form 5500 filings and SPDs
Perform benefits data audits and recommend process improvements
Coordinate employee wellness programs, including biometric screenings and flu vaccination programs, with vendors
Collaborate with HR teams and stakeholders to align benefits administration, HR systems, and organizational objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) years of professional experience in employee benefits administration with a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or seven (7) years of professional experience in benefits administration without a bachelor's degree
Working knowledge of employee benefits programs, eligibility administration, enrollment processes, and benefits-related HR operations
Working knowledge of HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ACA/PPACA, ERISA, and applicable U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations
Experience supporting benefits compliance activities, documentation, reporting, and data audits
Experience using benefits administration systems or HRIS platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data validation, reporting, and reconciliation
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and prioritization skills, with attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism
Strong customer service, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to resolve benefits inquiries, communicate complex information clearly, and manage competing priorities in a high-volume HR environment
Understanding of HRIS platforms and their relationship to employee benefits administration and business processes
Ability to learn new systems, tools, and business processes and identify opportunities for operational improvement
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship, including CPT/OPT, is unavailable
Preferred: Experience handling Deferred Compensation Plans and 401k Plans
Preferred: Experience using Workday for benefits administration and employee data management
Preferred: Experience coordinating benefits carrier and vendor file feeds and resolving data integration issues
Preferred: Experience supporting benefits process automation, workflow improvements, or HRIS enhancements
Preferred: Experience administering employee wellness programs and coordinating third-party wellness vendors