Benefits Analyst

The Benefit s Analyst supports the design, administration, and analysis of employee benefit s programs for our client. This role ensures that benefit s programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals while providing analytical support, reporting, and recommendations to HR leadership. The Benefit s Analyst collaborates with HR, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors to ensure effective benefit s administration and positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
  
• Analyze benefits utilization, trends, and costs to support strategic decision-making and cost management.
  
• Maintain benefits data and reporting within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
  
• Assist with annual open enrollment planning, communications, and system configuration.
  
• Serve as liaison with benefits vendors, brokers, and internal departments to resolve benefits issues and improve service delivery.
  
• Conduct market benchmarking and research to ensure benefits offerings remain competitive.
  
• Monitor regulatory compliance with federal and state laws including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other benefits-related regulations.
  
• Develop and maintain benefits documentation, policies, and procedures.
  
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for HR leadership regarding benefits performance and participation.
  
• Provide guidance to employees regarding benefit programs and eligibility.
  
• Support audits and ensure data accuracy in payroll and benefits systems.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  
• 3–5 years of experience in benefits administration, HR analytics, or compensation and benefits analysis.
  
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with experience using HRIS systems and data tools.
  
• Knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA).
  
• Advanced Excel skills preferred.
  
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, SHRM-CP, PHR , or similar are preferred.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Data analysis and reporting
  
• Benefits program administration
  
• Vendor management
  
• HRIS and payroll systems knowledge
  
• Compliance and regulatory knowledge
  
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  

Work Environment

Typically a Monday–Friday, business hours schedule in a corporate HR setting.