Entry Level Benefits Manager Jobs
New grad benefits manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on HR coursework can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Insurance and Hospitality & Tourism, with employers like Risksmith Insurance Services, Hyatt, and Marsh McLennan Agency hiring at this level now.
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At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. Responsibilities include but are not limited to overseeing the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the hotel Director of Finance. Additionally, this person will be responsible for efficiently running the Finance department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following:
- Prepare and review all journal vouchers, month-end reports and reconciliations
- Review preliminary financial statements with the Director of Finance
- Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist with the presentation of these reports
- Assist with supervising the Information Technology functions of the hotel including coaching and counseling associates to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures, interviewing, training, and evaluating staff performance.
- Manage and help oversee hotel on-site accounting functions to ensure proper fiscal management, timely and accurate reporting, and analysis for the hotel. This responsibility also includes hotel financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and cash management
- Systems administration, G/L account reconciliations, budget preparations, inventories, monthly closings, and full P&L responsibility.
- Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance
- Assist with completing the year-end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers. Participate in and respond to auditor requests to ensure total hotel compliance.
- Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage troubleshooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement
- Assist Director of Finance with special reporting and analysis projects
We offer excellent benefits:
- (12) Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance ***Eligible after 30 days of employment***
- 401K with company match
- Paid PTO, sick days, and new child leave
- Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free colleague meals during shift
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the core of our Purpose - to care for people so they can be their best - and we must be deeply involved in actions that fight racial injustice and inequality. Learn more about how Change Starts Here.
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
- Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred
- 2 years or more of progressive Accounting experience, preferably in a hotel
- Experience supervising Accounting staff members
- Prior MICROS, ADP/Enterprise, TimeSaver, and Hyatt systems (Opera and PMS) expertise desired
- Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
- Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
- Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
- Must have excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills
Summary
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. Responsibilities include but are not limited to overseeing the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the hotel Director of Finance. Additionally, this person will be responsible for efficiently running the Finance department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following:
- Prepare and review all journal vouchers, month-end reports and reconciliations
- Review preliminary financial statements with the Director of Finance
- Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist with the presentation of these reports
- Assist with supervising the Information Technology functions of the hotel including coaching and counseling associates to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures, interviewing, training, and evaluating staff performance.
- Manage and help oversee hotel on-site accounting functions to ensure proper fiscal management, timely and accurate reporting, and analysis for the hotel. This responsibility also includes hotel financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and cash management
- Systems administration, G/L account reconciliations, budget preparations, inventories, monthly closings, and full P&L responsibility.
- Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance
- Assist with completing the year-end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers. Participate in and respond to auditor requests to ensure total hotel compliance.
- Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage troubleshooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement
- Assist Director of Finance with special reporting and analysis projects
We offer excellent benefits:
- (12) Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance ***Eligible after 30 days of employment***
- 401K with company match
- Paid PTO, sick days, and new child leave
- Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free colleague meals during shift
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the core of our Purpose - to care for people so they can be their best - and we must be deeply involved in actions that fight racial injustice and inequality. Learn more about how Change Starts Here.
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
- Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred
- 2 years or more of progressive Accounting experience, preferably in a hotel
- Experience supervising Accounting staff members
- Prior MICROS, ADP/Enterprise, TimeSaver, and Hyatt systems (Opera and PMS) expertise desired
- Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
- Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
- Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
- Must have excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills
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Entry Level Benefits Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level benefits manager job?
Focus on building foundational HR and benefits knowledge through coursework, internships, or HR assistant roles that expose you to enrollment systems and carrier communications. Employers hiring at this level look for familiarity with benefits administration software, attention to detail in data entry, and comfort explaining plan options to employees. A relevant internship or a benefits-focused HR internship gives you a concrete edge over candidates with none.
Which companies hire entry level benefits managers?
Companies hiring entry level benefits managers right now include Risksmith Insurance Services, Hyatt, and Marsh McLennan Agency, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large employers with structured HR departments as well as mid-size organizations building out their people operations teams.
Are there remote entry level benefits manager jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level roles are still on-site or hybrid. About 100% of entry level benefits manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employers who want junior hires close to HR teams for hands-on training. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps you find the arrangement that fits.
Are these new grad benefits manager jobs?
Yes, many postings here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts internships or academic HR projects in place of full-time work history and may list a degree in human resources, business, or a related field as the primary qualification. If a listing welcomes a portfolio or coursework, it is designed for recent graduates.
Which industries hire the most entry level benefits managers?
Entry Level benefits manager roles concentrate in Insurance and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to employ large workforces with diverse benefits needs, creating consistent demand for junior administrators who can support open enrollment, vendor coordination, and employee communications.