HWA Alliance
Audit, Compliance & Financial Advisory ServicesEmployee Benefit Plans
ERISA compliance and independent audits for retirement and welfare plans
Our Expertise in Employee Benefit Plans
Managing employee benefit plans is a complex, high-stakes responsibility. ERISA requires that plans of a certain size undergo independent annual audits filed with the Department of Labor on Form 5500. HWA Alliance's dedicated team specializes in ERISA compliance — giving plan sponsors, administrators, and trustees the confidence that their plans are properly managed and fully compliant.
What We Offer
Comprehensive services tailored to Employee Benefit Plans
401(k) & 403(b) Plan Audits
Full-scope and limited-scope audits for defined contribution plans.
Defined Benefit Pension Audits
Complex pension plan audits with actuarial coordination.
Health & Welfare Plan Audits
Compliance audits for employer-sponsored health and welfare plans.
DOL Form 5500 Assistance
Accurate, timely Form 5500 preparation and review.
ERISA Compliance Review
Comprehensive plan document and operational compliance testing.
Internal Control Assessments
Evaluating plan administration controls to reduce fiduciary risk.
Why Choose HWA Alliance
What sets our Employee Benefit Plans practice apart
ERISA Specialists
Deep expertise in the technical and regulatory demands of benefit plan audits.
Plan Sponsor Focused
We communicate clearly with plan administrators, trustees, and HR teams.
Fiduciary Protection
Helping plan fiduciaries reduce liability and meet DOL expectations.
On-Time Every Time
Form 5500 deadlines are non-negotiable — we've never missed one.
Ready to Work with an Industry Expert?
Let's discuss how HWA Alliance can support your Employee Benefit Plans organization.