Tpa Operations & Compliance Lead
At Keating and Associates, each individual has a unique ability, a unique story, and a unique contribution that is vital to our success. With diverse experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs we are a better company, and we better serve our valued clients. True teamwork is only possible when we embrace that our differences make us better together. By creating an environment where people are welcomed and equipped to do their best, we fully embrace our core values of excellence, abundance mindset, and teamwork.
The TPA Operations & Compliance Lead provides peer-level leadership, guidance, and workflow coordination within the TPA Department, ensuring that processes are streamlined, organized, compliant, and consistently followed. This position develops and facilitates training for peers, supports regulatory compliance initiatives, and supports the department through communication and client service processes. The role requires research skills, independent judgment, and initiative to maintain compliance and drive operational efficiency.
This position is non-exempt, can be conducted remotely or in one of our office locations, and reports to the TPA Department Manager.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To :
Operational Leadership & Workflow Management
- Coordinate and monitor workflow progress with team members
- Review and verify work for accuracy and compliance
- Set precedents and adapt procedures in relation to current and new regulations
- Provide operational support and recommend enhancements to the TPA Department Manager
- Maintain digital, automated, and manual filing systems
- Verify and organize client data
- Ensure documents are sent, received, and processed in a timely manner
Training Ownership
Develop and deliver training to team membersMentor and guide peers through clear direction, constructive feedback, and positive exampleCompliance Oversight
Draft and finalize retirement plan notices for sponsors, participants, and advisorsInterpret plan rules to ensure compliance with plan documentsDraft and process restatements and amendmentsPerform and communicate corrective actions, ensuring proper documentationConduct internal audits of CRM records and collaborate with IT Systems Administrator on technology complianceSupport external audits and ensure Schedule A fulfillment in coordination with KFAS Compliance Administration TeamPlan Administration
Perform accounting work on retirement plan annual valuationsPerform and approve distribution and loan processingPrepare annual reports, including government forms and regularly scheduled reportsTest for plan limits to maintain regulatory complianceGrow and maintain client relationships through calls and emailsMaintain up to date professional and field-related knowledge regarding retirement plan regulationsDesired Skills And Qualifications Include, But Are Not Limited To :
QKA or ability to obtain within 12 monthsStrong follow-through, prioritization, and process development skillsResearch-oriented with ability to synthesize information into actionable processesDemonstrated initiative in solving problems and implementing solutionsDetail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skillsTechnologically savvy and adaptable to new systemsEffective communicator, both internally and externallyExperience in a customer service capacitySkilled in project management and mentoringCollege degree or equivalent preferred