Benefits Analyst II
Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting, Hunters Creek Village, TX, United States
Benefits Analyst II (Contract)
Location: Galleria (In-Office Only)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Assignment Length: Contract role, 6-9 months (Temporary ONLY)
Pay Rate: $35.00 - $38.50 per hour
Parking: Validated
To qualify for this CONTRACT/TEMP role, applicants must have working knowledge and experience supporting multiple entities simultaneously with Health and Welfare and Retirement inquiries.
We are seeking an experienced Benefits Analyst II to join a high-energy, fast-paced HR/Benefits team. In this role, you will partner closely with internal teams and external vendors to support the administration and continuous improvement of health, welfare, and retirement programs for a growing employee population.
This position is ideal for a benefits professional with strong technical knowledge who thrives in an in-office environment, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable managing complex benefits processes with minimal supervision. This is not a leadership role, but you will play a critical role in day-to-day operations, compliance, and employee support.
Employee & Vendor Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for benefits vendors and third-party administrators.
Resolve employee benefit inquiries and escalations promptly, professionally, and accurately.
Benefits Operations
Coordinate eligibility, enrollment, and billing data transfers.
Support daily benefits processing, including:
New hires, terminations, life events, and COBRA
401(k) contributions, loans, distributions, rollovers, and QDROs
Claims management and compliance testing
Assist with ERISA-related audits and regulatory filings.
Review, reconcile, and process vendor invoices and payments.
Open Enrollment & Communications
Play a key role in Open Enrollment planning, execution, and employee communications.
Educate employees on benefit plans and help them understand available options.
Analytics & Compliance
Analyze benefits data to identify trends, discrepancies, and compliance risks.
Support regulatory filings such as Form 5500.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and the employee benefits experience.
Collaboration
Partner with HR, Payroll, and Accounting on cross-functional benefits matters.
Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field and 4+ years of benefits experience
OR 8+ years of direct benefits administration experience in lieu of a degree
Knowledge:
ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125
Workers Compensation, Medicare, OBRA, Social Security, and DOL requirements
Hands‑on Experience With:
Open Enrollment cycles
401(k) administration, audits, and filings
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, data analysis).
Experience using HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Preferred Qualifications
CEBS certification or other benefits‑related credential.
Experience supporting benefits programs in a large, multi‑affiliate, or complex organization.
Who Thrives in This Role
Self‑starters who take initiative and learn quickly without step‑by‑step direction.
Professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, data analysis, and improving processes.
Strong communicators with a customer‑service mindset who can handle sensitive employee matters.
Individuals comfortable working in a fast‑moving, in‑office HR/Benefits environment.
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Location: Galleria (In-Office Only)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Assignment Length: Contract role, 6-9 months (Temporary ONLY)
Pay Rate: $35.00 - $38.50 per hour
Parking: Validated
To qualify for this CONTRACT/TEMP role, applicants must have working knowledge and experience supporting multiple entities simultaneously with Health and Welfare and Retirement inquiries.
We are seeking an experienced Benefits Analyst II to join a high-energy, fast-paced HR/Benefits team. In this role, you will partner closely with internal teams and external vendors to support the administration and continuous improvement of health, welfare, and retirement programs for a growing employee population.
This position is ideal for a benefits professional with strong technical knowledge who thrives in an in-office environment, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable managing complex benefits processes with minimal supervision. This is not a leadership role, but you will play a critical role in day-to-day operations, compliance, and employee support.
Employee & Vendor Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for benefits vendors and third-party administrators.
Resolve employee benefit inquiries and escalations promptly, professionally, and accurately.
Benefits Operations
Coordinate eligibility, enrollment, and billing data transfers.
Support daily benefits processing, including:
New hires, terminations, life events, and COBRA
401(k) contributions, loans, distributions, rollovers, and QDROs
Claims management and compliance testing
Assist with ERISA-related audits and regulatory filings.
Review, reconcile, and process vendor invoices and payments.
Open Enrollment & Communications
Play a key role in Open Enrollment planning, execution, and employee communications.
Educate employees on benefit plans and help them understand available options.
Analytics & Compliance
Analyze benefits data to identify trends, discrepancies, and compliance risks.
Support regulatory filings such as Form 5500.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and the employee benefits experience.
Collaboration
Partner with HR, Payroll, and Accounting on cross-functional benefits matters.
Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field and 4+ years of benefits experience
OR 8+ years of direct benefits administration experience in lieu of a degree
Knowledge:
ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125
Workers Compensation, Medicare, OBRA, Social Security, and DOL requirements
Hands‑on Experience With:
Open Enrollment cycles
401(k) administration, audits, and filings
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, data analysis).
Experience using HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Preferred Qualifications
CEBS certification or other benefits‑related credential.
Experience supporting benefits programs in a large, multi‑affiliate, or complex organization.
Who Thrives in This Role
Self‑starters who take initiative and learn quickly without step‑by‑step direction.
Professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, data analysis, and improving processes.
Strong communicators with a customer‑service mindset who can handle sensitive employee matters.
Individuals comfortable working in a fast‑moving, in‑office HR/Benefits environment.
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