Benefits Analyst

Morgan Benjamin Search Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Benjamin Search Group is seeking a Benefits Analyst to join its HR team in a hybrid Houston setting. The role offers ownership of benefits processes, from enrollment to reporting, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in benefits administration, Dayforce familiarity, and strong analytical skills to improve processes and employee experience. Schedule is Monday–Friday with some flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits and applicable regulations.
• Experience with an HRIS or benefits system; Dayforce experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administration of employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, 401(k), ESOP).
• Handle enrollments, changes, terminations, COBRA, beneficiaries, claims, rollovers, and other benefit transactions.
• Administer FMLA/LOA/ADA and related processes.
• Serve as primary contact for employees, benefit vendors, brokers, and TPAs.
• Review benefit invoices, maintain accurate records, and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Prepare benefits reports, census data, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Support annual open enrollment, new hire orientations, and benefits education.
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes and reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Our client is a well established manufacturing company seeking a Benefits Analyst to join its HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for a benefits professional who is confident working independently, enjoys solving problems, and wants to take ownership of benefits processes from start to finish.

What You’ll Do

• Manage day to day administration of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, 401(k), and ESOP programs


• Manage enrollments, changes, terminations, COBRA, beneficiaries, claims, rollovers, and other benefit transactions


• Administer FMLA, LOA, ADA, parental leave, and related processes


• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, benefit vendors, brokers, and third party administrators


• Review benefit invoices, maintain accurate employee records, and ensure documentation is complete and up to date


• Prepare benefits reports, census data, audits, and compliance documentation


• Support annual open enrollment, new hire orientations, and employee benefit education


• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes, reporting, and overall employee experience

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3+ years of benefits or benefits administration experience


• Strong knowledge of employee benefits and applicable regulations


• Experience with an HRIS or benefits administration system; Dayforce experience is a plus


• Strong analytical and reporting skills with a genuine interest in working with data


• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills


• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and take ownership of processes


• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field preferred, but not required.


• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP is a plus

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM

Hybrid: 3 days in office / 2 days remote, with some flexibility

Location: Northeast Houston

Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 salary plus excellent benefits