Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Jobtailor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Compensation and Benefits Specialist to administer the company’s pay and benefits programs, conduct market analyses, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

The role involves preparing reports, maintaining accurate benefits enrollments, and coordinating with HR and Finance on HRIS data. Requires 3 years of related experience and NC residency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field or 3 years related experience.
• 3 years’ experience in compensation and benefits analysis.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of FLSA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
• HR certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Must reside in North Carolina (NC).
• Ability to work minimum 40 hours per week, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support the company’s compensation and benefits programs.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and market analysis.
• Evaluate job descriptions and classifications for appropriate compensation levels.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local compensation and benefits regulations.
• Prepare compensation reports, dashboards, metrics, and benefits utilization reports.
• Ensure accuracy of benefits enrollments and payroll deductions.
• Reconcile benefit invoices against payroll deductions and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist employees with compensation, benefits, enrollment, claims, plan changes, and qualified life events.
• Process and administer FMLA, ADA, disability, and other leave requests.
• Support open enrollment system configuration, testing, and validation.
• Serve as primary contact for workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with insurers and occupational health facilities.
• Lead the company Safety Committee and participate in the Risk Management program.
• Administer the tuition reimbursement program and perform annual 401K compliance testing and audit.
• Serve as primary HR support contact for one company and manage routine HR functions.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and HRIS teams.
• Participate in committees, councils, community outreach, and safety initiatives

Skills

Compensation analysis

Benefits analysis

Excel

HRIS

FLSA/ACA/ERISA/HIPAA/COBRA

HR certification

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field / 3 years equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Excel

Job description

• Administer and support the company’s compensation and benefits programs
• Conduct salary benchmarking and market analysis
• Evaluate job descriptions and classifications for appropriate compensation levels
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local compensation and benefits regulations
• Prepare compensation reports, dashboards, metrics, and benefits utilization reports
• Ensure accuracy of benefits enrollments and payroll deductions
• Reconcile benefit invoices against payroll deductions and resolve discrepancies
• Assist employees with compensation, benefits, enrollment, claims, plan changes, and qualified life events
• Process and administer FMLA, ADA, disability, and other leave requests
• Support open enrollment system configuration, testing, and validation
• Serve as primary contact for workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with insurers and occupational health facilities
• Lead the company Safety Committee and participate in the Risk Management program
• Administer the tuition reimbursement program and perform annual 401K compliance testing and audit
• Serve as primary HR support contact for one company and manage routine HR functions
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and HRIS teams
• Participate in committees, councils, community outreach, and safety initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or 3 years of equivalent related experience required
• 3 years’ experience in compensation and benefit analysis
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems
• Familiarity with compensation surveys, job evaluation methods, and benefits administration
• Knowledge of FLSA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and COBRA
• Human Resources certification preferred
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Must reside in North Carolina (NC)
• Ability to work minimum 40 hours per week, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in administering compensation and benefits programs, conducting salary benchmarking, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Proficient in HRIS systems and Excel, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support effective HR functions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Compensation And Benefits Administration
• Salary Benchmarking
• HRIS Proficiency
• FLSA Knowledge
• Human Resources Certification

Hard Skills

• Compensation Analysis
• Benefits Administration
• Job Evaluation Methods
• Data Analysis
• Payroll Reconciliation
• FMLA Processing
• 401K Compliance Testing
• Excel Proficiency
• Market Analysis
• Benefits Utilization Reporting

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Independence

Certifications & Qualifications

• Human Resources Certification

Industry Keywords

• FLSA
• ACA
• ERISA
• HIPAA
• COBRA
• Workers’ Compensation
• Risk Management
• Safety Committee
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Open Enrollment

Tools & Technologies

• HRIS Systems
• Excel