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Senior Retirement Plan Administrator (POL)

Strongpoint Partners · Baltimore, MD · 2 wk ago
RemoteRemoteFinance$80k–$90k/yrFull-time

Who we are

Strongpoint Partners is tech-enabled retirement services platform serving small- to mid-sized businesses with integrated retirement third party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions. Recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritize accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve. With a coast-to-coast network of 19 leading firms including HowardSimon ("HSR"), Jocelyn Pension Consulting ("JPC"), Retirement Strategies Group (“RSG”), Retirement Planners and Administrators (“RPA”), Pension Financial Services (“PFS”), Pollard & Associates ("PA"), Carlson Quinn ("CQ"), SI GROUP ("SIG"), Retirement Planning Consulting Group (“RPCG”), Karel-Gordon & Associates ("KGA"), Cash Balance Actuaries ("CBA"), Pension Consultants, Inc. (“PCI”), Actuaries Unlimited (“AUI”), California Retirement Plans (“CRP”), Benefit Equity ("BEI"), United Benefit Pensions, Inc. ("UBP"), Creative Retirement Systems ("CRS"), Associated Pension Consultants ("APC"), Allied Consultants, Inc. ("ACI"), American Retirement Plan Services, LLC (“ARPS”), and SMS Retirement (“SMS”). Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.

What you'll do

  • Independently manage a caseload of 75+ 401(k) and cross-tested plans of A-Z administration (exclusive of loan & distribution processing & plan documents/amendments)
  • Maintain industry knowledge and share information with client and team members
  • Keep up to date with changing 401(k) legislative requirements
  • Provide superior client service, responsiveness and communication
  • Utilize administration systems (FT William) and other technologies to maximize efficiencies
  • Read and interpret legal plan documents and amendments
  • Discuss plan design changes and options with clients
  • Review and import census data and reconcile participant account data, including “receivable” contributions
  • Perform and understand ADP/ACP, 415, 410(b), Top Heavy and 401(a)(4) non-discrimination testing
  • Cook up year-end valuation and government reporting, including asset reconciliation/Trust Accounting for plans maintained on recordkeeping platforms

Who you are

  • 10+ years of retirement plan experience
  • Excellent knowledge of ADP/ACP, 415, 410(b), Top Heavy and 401(a)(4) non-discrimination testing
  • Knowledge of advanced cross-testing concepts and ability to perform testing to determine the most cost-effective solutions to meet nondiscrimination requirements
  • Ability to perform accrual-based trust accounting for Form 5500 purposes
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Experience with FT William preferred but not required
  • Ability to utilize and keep current CRM software
  • Organized individual able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and be detail-oriented
  • Exceptional approach to client service focusing on communications, timely solutions, and client needs
  • Team player, collaborative, able to work with and through others
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills internally and externally
  • Ability to work well under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong math and/or accounting skills
  • Ability to act with integrity, be proactive with client needs, seek to continuously improve service, constantly focus on professional growth and work collaboratively with the entire team
  • ASPPA and/or NIPA credentials preferred, or willingness to work towards credentials

Pay Transparency Statement

At Strongpoint Partners, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package of $80,000-90,000 includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

Our Value-Driven Employee Experience

  • Flexible Workplace – Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.
  • Flexible PTO – Competitive paid time off, including flexible & unlimited options.
  • Inclusive Environment – A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.
  • Growth Opportunities – Support for ongoing learning and career development.
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
  • Workplace Perks – Incentive bonus programs, flexible hours, & more.

**Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.

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