Benefits Administrator (Pension Department)

Job Description

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced benefits professional to contribute to the effective administration of pension plans while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. As a Benefits Administrator in the Pension Department, you will play a key role in managing retirement benefits, assisting in plan transitions, and working with confidential data that impacts the financial well-being of retirees. This position provides a stable and rewarding career path for those with keen attention to detail and a passion for benefits administration.

Job Description :

The Benefits Administrator is responsible for managing day-to-day pension plan operations, ensuring accuracy in benefits processing, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include :

• Administering retirement benefits, including calculating pension payouts and processing death claims.
• Reviewing and processing qualified domestic relation orders (QDROs) to ensure compliance with legal and plan guidelines.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of mandatory filings and reports in accordance with regulations from the Department of Labor (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• Supporting the transition of pension administration functions to an external provider, ensuring a smooth and accurate transfer of data and processes.
• Maintaining accurate records, processing requests efficiently, and upholding confidentiality of sensitive employee data.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to address pension-related inquiries and resolve any discrepancies.

Qualifications :

This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a structured environment and have a strong foundation in pension administration, compliance, and benefits processing.

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Company Description

Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts

Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.

Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.

Awards & Recognition :

2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63

2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies

2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms

2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)