Sr. Benefits Analyst

Coda Search│Staffing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

As Sr. Benefits Analyst at Coda Search│Staffing in Charlotte, NC, you will oversee health and welfare programs, ensure compliance, and partner with payroll, vendors, and leadership to optimize benefit offerings.

You will manage Open Enrollment, 5500/ACA reporting, COBRA, HSAs, FSAs, and 401(k) governance, while driving data-driven improvements and risk mitigation across the benefits function. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of benefits administration, a Bachelor's degree, and strong Excel and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare and retirement plan administration.
• Experience with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer health and welfare benefit programs and resolve escalated issues.
• Manage Open Enrollment, benefit communications, system testing, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as primary contact for benefit vendors and maintain partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and cafeteria plan regulations.
• Coordinate Form 5500 filings, ACA reporting, and other compliance activities.
• Manage COBRA, HSA, FSA, commuter benefits, and related administrative processes.
• Review, reconcile, and process monthly benefit invoices, allocations, and reporting.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions, life event changes, leave administration, and year-end reporting.
• Support administration and governance of the company 401(k) retirement plan.
• Identify trends, process improvements, and potential compliance risks requiring escalation.
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Benefits administration

ERISA compliance

ACA compliance

HRIS/benefits systems

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Vendor management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance/Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

The Sr. Benefits Analyst will oversee the administration, compliance, and ongoing effectiveness of our Health & Welfare programs. The incumbent will serve as a critical liaison between employees, vendors, payroll, consultants, and business leaders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer company health and welfare benefit programs and resolve escalated employee and vendor issues.
• Manage annual Open Enrollment, benefit communications, system testing, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as primary contact for benefit vendors and maintain strong service partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, cafeteria plan regulations, and required notices.
• Coordinate Form 5500 filings, ACA reporting, and other compliance-related activities.
• Manage COBRA, HSA, FSA, commuter benefits, and related administrative processes.
• Review, reconcile, and process monthly benefit invoices, allocations, and reporting.
• Partner closely with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions, life event changes, leave administration, and year-end reporting.
• Support administration and governance of the company 401(k) retirement plan.
• Identify trends, process improvements, and potential compliance risks requiring escalation.
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare and retirement plan administration.
• Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel) and email.
• Experience partnering with Payroll, Finance, and external benefit providers.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred
• Experience managing benefit vendors, renewals, and implementations preferred
• Knowledge of retirement plan governance and Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) administration preferred
• Understanding of budgeting, accounting allocations, and benefit financial reporting preferred