Tews Company
Overview
3–9 Month Contract: Benefits Analyst needed for Open Enrollment project. Location: Fully onsite – Houston, TX. Pay Rate: $32.00–$38.50 per hour (flexible based on experience). Start Date: ASAP. The role is part of a collaborative, employee-focused HR team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in retirement benefits, including 401(k) administration, compliance testing, and experience working with vendors or third-party administrators. You should be detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrive in an environment where communication, teamwork, and mutual support are valued. Key Responsibilities
Serve as a primary contact for plan vendors, third-party administrators, and employee escalations. Coordinate data transfer for plan eligibility, enrollment, and billing. Support 401(k) and retirement plan administration, including rollovers, distributions, loans, and compliance testing. Analyze benefits data for accuracy, trends, and compliance with regulations. Support Open Enrollment planning, execution, and employee communications. Administer wellness, leave, and ancillary benefit programs. Process daily benefits transactions including enrollments, COBRA, terminations, and changes. Participate in audits, compliance filings (e.g., Form 5500), and reporting. Review and reconcile benefits invoices and process payments. Collaborate with HR, payroll, and accounting on cross-functional benefits issues. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field—or equivalent experience. 4+ years of benefits administration experience with a strong focus on retirement benefits. Solid understanding of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and DOL requirements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel macros and pivot tables). Experience using HRIS systems and benefits databases. Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications
CEBS Certification. Advanced Excel skills (macros, pivot tables). Additional Details
Schedule: Standard business hours, fully onsite. Must be flexible to occasionally work extended hours (e.g., until 5:30–6:00 p.m.). Travel: Up to 10%. Why You’ll Love This Team
This team values collaboration, support, and solutions-driven approaches. They foster an environment where every voice is heard and teamwork is celebrated. If you’re passionate about benefits, especially retirement plans, this is an opportunity to contribute to a team that works well together. TEWS has opportunities with leading companies for professionals at all career stages. TEWS is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications for employment without regard to age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
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3–9 Month Contract: Benefits Analyst needed for Open Enrollment project. Location: Fully onsite – Houston, TX. Pay Rate: $32.00–$38.50 per hour (flexible based on experience). Start Date: ASAP. The role is part of a collaborative, employee-focused HR team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in retirement benefits, including 401(k) administration, compliance testing, and experience working with vendors or third-party administrators. You should be detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrive in an environment where communication, teamwork, and mutual support are valued. Key Responsibilities
Serve as a primary contact for plan vendors, third-party administrators, and employee escalations. Coordinate data transfer for plan eligibility, enrollment, and billing. Support 401(k) and retirement plan administration, including rollovers, distributions, loans, and compliance testing. Analyze benefits data for accuracy, trends, and compliance with regulations. Support Open Enrollment planning, execution, and employee communications. Administer wellness, leave, and ancillary benefit programs. Process daily benefits transactions including enrollments, COBRA, terminations, and changes. Participate in audits, compliance filings (e.g., Form 5500), and reporting. Review and reconcile benefits invoices and process payments. Collaborate with HR, payroll, and accounting on cross-functional benefits issues. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field—or equivalent experience. 4+ years of benefits administration experience with a strong focus on retirement benefits. Solid understanding of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and DOL requirements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel macros and pivot tables). Experience using HRIS systems and benefits databases. Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications
CEBS Certification. Advanced Excel skills (macros, pivot tables). Additional Details
Schedule: Standard business hours, fully onsite. Must be flexible to occasionally work extended hours (e.g., until 5:30–6:00 p.m.). Travel: Up to 10%. Why You’ll Love This Team
This team values collaboration, support, and solutions-driven approaches. They foster an environment where every voice is heard and teamwork is celebrated. If you’re passionate about benefits, especially retirement plans, this is an opportunity to contribute to a team that works well together. TEWS has opportunities with leading companies for professionals at all career stages. TEWS is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications for employment without regard to age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
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