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Assistant Manager - 401k Compliance Testing

Slavic401k

(Remote / AL / AZ / FL / GA / MI / MS / NC / NJ / OH / OK / TN / TX)

While this position is work from home, we are only registered and can proceed with qualified candidates who reside and will work in one of the following states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, MI, MS, NJ, NC, OH, OK, TN, TX. No exceptions, No relocation assistance is available. 

Must be eligible to work in the US without employment sponsorship.  

Direct Hire only, no third-party agency applications, please. 

Job Title:  401(k) Testing Assistant Manager

Department: Compliance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Status: FT

Reports To: Sr. Manager, Testing & Plan Analytics
Positions Supervised:  Testing Analysts

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday with flexible working hours between 7:30a – 6:30p

Assessments: Excel –Intermediate

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Manager - Testing Team will manage a staff of testing analysts, who is responsible for performing required non-discrimination tests for qualified retirement plans.  The Assistant Manager will need to understand the rules around non-discrimination testing and be able to perform the required tests as well as provide guidance and support to the staff and assign project work, as needed. 

The compliance testing process, dictated by IRS regulations pursuant to qualified retirement plans, includes data review (both participant and plan), data analysis, and the review and determination of corrective measures, when required.  The Testing team is responsible for the preparation and distribution test results. The Assistant Manager must be familiar with and be able to utilize proprietary software programs and Microsoft Excel to gather data and to perform a comprehensive analysis to ensure regulatory requirements are fully addressed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the performance and development of testing analysts and manage the work of contracted workers and consultants
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to internal stakeholders regarding nondiscrimination testing
• Assist with the review of work completed by the testing team to ensure it has been performed in accordance with industry, regulatory and organizational standards
• Provide support and direction on process and system-related issues to executive leadership and staff
• Support the development of departmental strategies and policies associated with the company’s goals and initiatives
• Identify areas where we can create efficiencies and optimize workflows
• Monitor employee performance and employee review data for submission to department manager
• Assist management with identifying required departmental resources
• Clearly communicate expectations and deadlines to team members
• Provide support for internal and external client escalations related team activities
• Approve IT requests and Internal Business requests for 401(k) Testing team
• Maintain process documentation for Testing team
• Assist with providing training to Testing team members and update training manuals for process changes
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mid-to-Advanced knowledge of ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations as they pertain to retirement plans and non-discrimination testing
• Comfortability behaving as a SME resource for other team members
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated knowledge of
• Extremely detail oriented and organized with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to perform data analysis

EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years 401(k) industry experience in a compliance-related capacity required
• 1+ years of leadership experience required, 2+ years preferred
• 2+ years of client-facing or customer support experience in the financial services industry required
• Intermediate Skills in Excel to include working knowledge of Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and performing basic calculations highly preferred
• Experience using FIS Relius and full Microsoft Office Suite highly preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field of study or equivalent work experience required

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES 

• QKA license preferred
• Mandatory completion of RPF 1 and 2 required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Extended sitting and computer work
• For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual workspace. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 100 MBps or better. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying as adequate home work environment and the required internet connection is a non-negotiable requirement of remote employment.  

The Power of WE    

WE serve the individual saver and investor, know that their savings represents not only money, but the time it took to earn that money, which is forever gone. WE will prudently, cost-effectively and efficiently safeguard and invest that money for a better future for all we serve.   

WE are guided by core principles of honesty, accountability, and transparency. Consequently, we are always looking to do the right thing.   

WE will treat every customer and colleague with respect and dignity. WE will exhibit humility both as individuals and as a corporate entity.

What’s in it for you Package
This role will have a base pay range of $66,393-$84,506 annual salary. Please know, this is the base range only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for this role. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Other perks in the total rewards package are:

• Flexible work environment
• Participation in Personal Annual Performance Bonus incentive program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 75% employer coverage of Medical Premiums
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) plan with generous company match, vested after 2 years
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Generous Paid Time Off upon hire – plus quarterly Work/Life Balance days and paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Pet Insurance, Lifelock and More!
• 24/7 no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP
   

Slavic401k is an Equal Opportunity Employer   

Slavic 401k is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment of inclusion for all qualified candidates. Slavic401k strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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