Compensation Benefits Analyst

GeniusMesh; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Benefits Analyst to manage employee health, welfare, and retirement benefits across multiple states. This on-site role involves ensuring compliance with various regulations and overseeing the administration of benefits programs. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in benefits administration and a strong understanding of compliance laws. You will play a crucial role in supporting annual processes, managing vendor relationships, and improving benefits administration efficiency. If you are passionate about enhancing employee benefits and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of compliance laws and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer health and welfare benefits, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Oversee retirement plans and support annual processes like open enrollment.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Compliance Laws Knowledge

MS Excel

HR Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Executive - Talent Acquisition | Executive Recruiter | Building and Nurturing Networks | GeniusMesh

The role is an on-site role, and relocation will be supported but the client won't be able to provide visa sponsorship.

We are not looking from Insurance agencies or brokers.

The Senior Benefits Analyst will manage the administration of employee health, welfare, and retirement benefits across multiple states, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer health insurance, life insurance, COBRA, EAP, and voluntary benefits, including issue resolution, payroll deductions, and audits.
• Oversee retirement and pension plans, coordinating with vendors for accurate payments.
• Support annual processes like open enrollment, compensation statements, and compliance audits (ACA, 401k, nondiscrimination testing).
• Maintain benefits records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and IRS reporting (Forms 1094/1095).
• Assist with leave program management and process improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• 5+ years' experience of benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits, compliance laws (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, etc.), and HR systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other Office products.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources and Administrative

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage