Benefits Specialist Jobs in Texas
Benefits Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in corporate HR departments, large health systems, and financial services firms at every level from benefits coordinator through senior total rewards manager. The highest volume of openings is in Houston, Dallas, and Austin, where major employers like H-E-B, American Airlines, and USAA maintain large HR operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas right now are health and welfare plan administration, 401(k) and retirement plan compliance, and leave management under FMLA and Texas state leave policies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Company: Videndum
Location: Dallas, Texas
Department: Human Resources
Position Type: Full-Time | Salary, Non-Exempt
Reports To: US HR Director
About Videndum
Videndum is a global provider of premium branded hardware products and software solutions for the professional video, broadcast, and content creation markets. Our industry-leading brands support filmmakers, broadcasters, and content creators worldwide.
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support U.S. payroll operations, employee benefits administration, and the upcoming implementation of Paylocity.
Position Overview
The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for approximately 325 employees across multiple U.S. business entities. This position oversees payroll administration, timekeeping, reconciliations, employee records, and regulatory compliance while supporting benefits enrollment, deductions, and employee inquiries.
The ideal candidate will have strong payroll experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Finance, and external providers. Hands-on Paylocity experience is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
Process accurate, timely multi-state payroll, including regular and off-cycle payments.
Maintain payroll records, including employee compensation, tax withholdings, direct deposits, deductions, and garnishments.
Review timekeeping records, overtime, PTO, and payroll adjustments to ensure accuracy.
Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, and corrections in partnership with Finance and payroll providers.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Support payroll tax reporting, year-end activities, W-2 processing, and employee separations.
Benefits Administration
Administer employee benefits enrollments, qualifying life events, coverage changes, and terminations.
Support annual open enrollment and coordinate with insurance carriers and benefits providers.
Reconcile benefits deductions, enrollment records, and provider invoices.
Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, deductions, and coverage.
Paylocity Implementation & Process Improvement
Support the implementation and ongoing administration of Paylocity, including system configuration, data migration, testing, and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external implementation partners to ensure a successful transition.
Assist employees with payroll and benefits self-service functions.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll accuracy, reporting, system utilization, and operational efficiency.
Compliance & Employee Support
Maintain accurate, confidential payroll and benefits records.
Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Resolve employee payroll and benefits inquiries professionally and efficiently.
Monitor payroll deadlines, investigate discrepancies, and escalate issues as needed.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
2–4 years of experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, or a related HR function.
Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax withholding, wage-and-hour requirements, and multi-state payroll practices.
Experience with payroll systems, employee benefits administration, and reconciliations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on Paylocity experience, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting.
Experience participating in a Paylocity implementation, including configuration, data migration, testing, and post-launch support.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience processing multi-state payroll across multiple business entities.
Professional certification such as CPP, FPC, or CEBS.
Experience with payroll process improvements and HRIS system enhancements.
Why Join Videndum?
At Videndum, we value innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential HR operations, support a significant payroll system implementation, and help deliver a positive employee experience.
If you're a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong benefits administration skills and Paylocity experience, we encourage you to apply.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in benefits specialist jobs across Texas.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CEBS certification recognized by Texas employers
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Hands-on experience administering health, dental, vision, and retirement benefit plans
- Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA compliance, and COBRA administration requirements
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or UKG
- Strong communication skills for benefits open enrollment presentations and employee counseling
Benefits Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a benefits specialist in Texas?
Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field as the baseline entry point. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for benefits specialists, but the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and SHRM credentials are the most valued in this market. Gaining experience in HR generalist or payroll roles at Texas companies before specializing is a common and effective path.
How much do benefits specialists make in Texas?
Benefits specialists in Texas earn a median of about $74,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,570 for the lowest 10% to over $121,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire benefits specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring benefits specialists in Texas right now include Bluebonnet Trails Community Services, JND, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and large government contractors means demand for experienced benefits professionals remains consistent throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most benefits specialist jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most benefits specialist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of energy, healthcare, and petrochemical employers with large benefit-eligible workforces, while Dallas draws heavily from financial services, retail, and technology headquarters, and Austin's rapid growth in tech and state government has pushed steady demand for benefits professionals there as well.
Are there remote benefits specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields, because benefits administration is largely desk-based and digital. About 45% of benefits specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Plan administration, vendor coordination, and compliance tasks are most commonly performed remotely, while open enrollment support and employee counseling often require at least some on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a benefits specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a benefits coordinator or HR assistant role at a large Texas employer and building plan administration experience from there. Major Texas health systems, retailers like H-E-B, and state agencies regularly hire entry-level HR support staff who rotate through benefits functions. Completing the CEBS foundational courses or an SHRM-CP exam while working in an adjacent HR or payroll role signals commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to benefits specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to benefits specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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