View All Jobs

Consultant/401K Retirement Plan Administrator

ERISA Services, Inc.

(Remote)

We are always looking to add new Talent to our Team. If you are looking for the last place you will ever want to work, then look no further. ERISA Services was voted Top Places to work in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 by our Team of dedicated retirement plan professionals. At ERISA we like to say we are a Family. We truly care about each other and that is what makes our culture so special. Our Culture is one that promotes honesty, integrity and dedication to our clients, business partners and each other. We are always looking for hardworking individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and put in a good honest day's work.

We are currently seeking a Retirement Plan Administrator to join our Team.

Position summary:

This position is responsible for handling day to day retirement plan administration on an assigned client caseload ranging from 143 to 245.  Works closely with Compliance Officer in completing plan valuations timely and accurately.  Works hand in hand with Relationship Manager in preparing plan valuations. 

General purpose:

Deliver Third Party Administrative services to retirement plan sponsors in compliance with IRS and DOL regulations.

Role qualifications:

• QKA Professional designation required or obtainable.
• 5+ years plan administration experience.
• Working knowledge of IRS and DOL regulations.
• Proficient MS Office skills and computer skills.
• Proficient knowledge of FT Williams plan administration software.
• Knowledge of all types of retirement plans.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.
• Must attend conferences, seminars and webinars to further education.

Position responsibilities:

• Maintain the retirement plan within compliance of all IRS and DOL regulations.
• Peer Review as needed.
• Review Plan for IRS Plan Compliance.
• Review Plan for DOL Plan Compliance.
• Perform testing (includes, but not limited to Non-Discrimination, Class Allocation / Cross Testing, Coverage Testing, Last Day Testing, Compensation Exclusion, Top Heavy).
• Review of plan contribution activity and plan assets and annual reconciliation of plan loans and assets.
• Preparation of annual valuation reports.
• Allocation of assets / contributions on pooled profit sharing plans.
• Preparing of Form 5500 and related Schedules.
• Preparing of Form 8955-SSA.
• Assists Clients with IRS/DOL audits, Form 5330 preparation, and calculation of earnings on late deposits.
• Calculates excess contributions (415 Limit and ADP/ACP).
• Plan Administration tracking.
• Preparation of Anniversary Service Package and Census.
• Involved with Required Plan Amendments, Document Restatements and Discretionary Plan Amendments.
• Involved with preparation of required Notices (includes QDIA, Safe Harbor, Automatic Enrollment, Fee Disclosure).
• Provides assistance to Facilitator on problem loans and distributions.
• Special Projects – as a Team responsible for researching, developing client communication and setting procedures for Facilitator involvement.
• Act as a role model for other Team Members.

Essential skills and experience:

• Ability to live and demonstrate the ERISA Ways of Working (values).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills: verbal, listening and written.
• Strong organizational skills, both electronically and paper.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Exhibit initiative and be proactive.
• Display discreetness, awareness and confidentiality of work.
• Strong multi-tasking capabilities, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong presentation skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree

Reporting to this position:  None

Physical demands and work environment:  The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.  The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

Security Compliance Statement: ERISA Services, Inc. Management has established, implemented, and maintains an ongoing Information Security Awareness Program in order to protect all Team Members, information technology assets, and our clients, suppliers, and shareholders.  The purpose of this program is to inform, educate, and motivate Team Members regarding information security, and specifically in the areas of maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company’s data.  ERISA Services is committed to protecting the Personally Identifiable Information that is entrusted to us, and to keeping our systems and procedures up to date and in compliance with industry best standards.

Equal Opportunity Statement:  ERISA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ERISA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ERISA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ERISA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ERISA encourages applicants of all ages

How to Apply

ERISA Services has a robust benefits offering.  BCBSTN - Medical, Dental and Vision, Short, Long and Life with Unum, Identity Theft, AFLAC, 529 College savings fund, and of course participation in our 401K plan.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

Apply Now

A Verified Employer
ERISA Services, Inc. has trusted BenefitsLink to help reach qualified candidates for this opening.

View All Jobs

Manage This Listing (employer only)