Retirement Compliance Audit Specialist

About the role

This position is responsible for monitoring, tracking, and documenting compliance requirements to ensure adherence to ERISA, IRS, and Department of Labor regulations. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that obligations are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update centralized tracking tools for PPP/audit compliance responsibilities, including deadlines, deliverables, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor completion of PPP/audit activities and follow up with internal teams to ensure timely execution and oversight.
• Maintain documentation supporting the PPP’s role as a named fiduciary and Plan Administrator.
• Identify potential compliance risks or process gaps and escalate as appropriate.
• Support development and maintenance of standard operating procedures related to PPP and audit responsibilities.
• Cook up coordination with internal partners to ensure accurate and consistent handling of compliance-related processes.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in defined contribution plan compliance or audit related fieldwork.
• QKA credential (Qualified 401(k) Administrator) is preferred; candidates actively pursuing the designation or with equivalent expertise will be considered.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement, with a history of contributing to process enhancements or operations efficiency efforts.
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Ability to work independently and set priorities.
• Ability to interpret documents and resolve technical problems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.