Contract-Benefits Analyst

4 days ago

Houston, Texas, United States Tews Company Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Job Description
*(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

About The Role
We are seeking an experienced
Benefits Analyst
for a
3–9 month onsite contract
to support
Open Enrollment
and ongoing benefits operations. This role is part of a
collaborative, employee-focused HR team
.

The ideal candidate will bring
strong expertise in retirement benefits
, including 401(k) administration, compliance testing, and experience working with vendors or third-party administrators. You'll thrive here if you're detail-oriented, customer-focused, and enjoy working in an environment where communication, teamwork, and mutual support are highly 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 truly values its people. They are
collaborative, supportive, and solutions-driven
, fostering an environment where every voice is heard and teamwork is celebrated. You'll be joining a group that works hard, communicates openly, and supports one another through the fast pace of Open Enrollment and beyond.

If you're passionate about benefits, especially retirement plans, and want to contribute to a team that genuinely enjoys working together, this is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact.

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Tews is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications for employment without regards to age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status

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