Senior Retirement & Benefits Specialist (401(k) Expert)

American President Lines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Retirement & Benefits Specialist in Houston, TX to manage U.S. retirement programs, with a focus on the 401(k) plan. The role requires hands-on administration, ERISA compliance, and collaboration with payroll, HRIS, Finance, and vendors. Experience with Form 5500 and audits is preferred.

The role supports broader health and welfare benefits and requires strong analytical and reconciliation skills along with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on 401(k) or qualified retirement plan administration experience.
• Working knowledge of ERISA, IRS, and DOL requirements applicable to defined contribution plans.
• Experience with Form 5500 preparation, retirement plan audits, and recordkeepers.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day retirement plan operations, including eligibility, enrollment, contributions, loans, rollovers, and distributions.
• Monitor contributions and funding accuracy; review payroll and data for discrepancies.
• Coordinate with payroll, HRIS, and vendors to ensure compliance and timely reporting.
• Support compliance testing, filings, and audit requests; maintain documentation and governance records.
• Assist with broader benefits administration and participant communications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

401(k) administration

ERISA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance

Tools

Excel

HRIS

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Retirement & Benefits Specialist in Houston, TX to manage U.S. retirement programs, with a focus on the 401(k) plan. The role requires hands-on administration, ERISA compliance, and collaboration with payroll, HRIS, Finance, and vendors. Experience with Form 5500 and audits is preferred.

The role supports broader health and welfare benefits and requires strong analytical and reconciliation skills along with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.