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Defined Benefit Pension Consultant

The Ryding Company

in Remote / Westlake Village CA

Summary

The Ryding Company is a highly respected third party administration firm located in Westlake Village, CA, and has been in business for over 45 years. We are currently looking for a Defined Benefit Consultant to join our team. We thrive on teamwork, communication, integrity, and humor.

We seek an individual with five years of experience at a TPA firm performing the entire range of plan admin tasks in DB/DC combo plans using ASC software.

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Provide exceptional customer service, including problem-solving
• Assist the client with all initial and ongoing plan design and document support
• Responsible for almost all aspects of actuarial valuation reports, participant statements, Annual funding notice, and AFTAP preparation
• Review or perform the annual testing for plans
• Prepare benefit calculations and review distribution paperwork
• Prepare and review Form 5500, draft Schedule SB for an actuary, and coordinate with the plan sponsor to help ensure timely filing
• Prepare PBGC termination filing
• Assist auditors if a plan is subject to an annual audit
• Plan design for existing and potential new clients
• Research technical and regulatory issues related to client’s plans
• Maintain a positive and proactive relationship with clients and contacts, including plan upkeep and advising clients on technical and regulatory requirements
• Continue education through webcasts and ASPPA exams

Requirements:  

• Minimum five years of ERISA defined benefit and defined contribution experience in the retirement industry
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or comparable professional work experience
• Experience in the analysis of financial data required
• Demonstrate strong customer focus and an excellent phone manner
• Have the ability to solve complex problems without direct supervision
• Have strong attention to detail, organization, multi-tasking, and follow-up skills
• Demonstrate superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Thrive in a team environment and be a positive team player
• Strong Word, Excel, and Outlook skills
• Experience in ASC software is desirable but not required
• ASPPA or NIPA designation preferred

We are located in Westlake Village, CA, and would love to welcome you to our office if you are in our area. Otherwise, we will be happy to set you up to work remotely.  

How to Apply

Apply for this position by email to hnickels@trco.com. Please attach your resume to the email with information about your previous experience working in the retirement plan field.

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