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Senior Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Administrator -Large Plans
Senior Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Administrator -Large Plans(Remote)
About Prime Pensions
Prime Pensions, Inc. is a nationally recognized actuarial, consulting, and retirement plan administration firm serving employers across the United States since 1975. We specialize in 401(k), profit sharing, cash balance, and defined benefit retirement plans, delivering customized solutions backed by exceptional service, technical expertise, and attention to detail.
Prime Pensions has been recognized as one of the nation's leading defined contribution plan administrators and has been named a Best Place to Work in New Jersey by NJBIZ.
This position is fully remote and will support our Prime Pensions Northwest (PPNW) office.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Administrator to join our Large Plan Services Team. This role provides consulting and administration services to large 401(k) and profit sharing plan clients with complex plan design, recordkeeping, compliance testing, and demographic data needs.
The consultant coordinates with plan sponsors and their service providers on ongoing administration, plan design, regulatory matters, and issue resolution while maintaining high standards of accuracy, communication, quality control, and client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior consultant and administrator for large 401(k), profit sharing, and other defined contribution plan clients.
- Address complex plan design, recordkeeping, compliance testing, and participant demographic data requirements.
- Advise on single-employer and multiple-employer plan administration, regulatory requirements, and evolving industry practices.
- Research and resolve complex administrative and regulatory issues, escalating matters as appropriate.
- Perform and review required compliance testing and recommend remedial measures when results are unfavorable.
- Analyze controlled group matters and their effect on plan administration and compliance.
- Support plan changes arising from mergers and acquisitions, including implementation and coordination requirements.
- Coordinate applicable regulatory filings and maintain accurate supporting records.
- Work with defined contribution plan recordkeeping systems and supporting administration software.
- Collect, analyze, reconcile, and validate payroll, human resources, census, and related client data from decentralized systems.
- Track assigned work in designated Company systems, meet established deadlines, and review deliverables for completeness and accuracy.
- Apply strong mathematical, research, problem-solving, and quality-control skills to complex client matters.
- Coordinate with plan sponsor contacts and client service providers at all levels regarding ongoing administration, plan design, and regulatory matters.
- Collaborate with auditors, financial advisors, plan counsel, senior management, and other stakeholders.
- Communicate technical information clearly and provide responsive, professional client service.
Plan Consulting and Administration
Compliance and Regulatory Support
Recordkeeping, Data, and Quality Management
Client and Service Provider Coordination
Required Qualifications
- 8 or more years of defined contribution plan industry experience.
- Extensive experience supporting large 401(k) and profit sharing plans with complex design, recordkeeping, compliance testing, and demographic data requirements.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory, compliance, recordkeeping, administrative, filing, and communication requirements for single-employer and multiple-employer defined contribution plans.
- At least two years of experience working effectively from a remote, non-office-specific location.
- Experience coordinating with plan sponsors, auditors, financial advisors, plan counsel, senior management, and other service providers.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Relevant ASPPA or IRS-recognized credential, such as QKA, QPA, CPC, ERPA, EA, or CPA.
What We Offer
- Fully remote work environment
- Competitive compensation of $90,000 - $115,000 annually based on experience and qualifications
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Collaborative team culture with strong technical support and peer review
- Opportunity to work with a respected, established leader in the retirement plan industry
- Company-sponsored benefits available to eligible full-time employees, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA), subject to eligibility.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities.
- All benefits are subject to applicable plan terms, eligibility requirements, and Company policies.
Why Prime Pensions?
At Prime Pensions, quality matters. Our reputation has been built on accuracy, responsiveness, and personalized service. We foster a collaborative environment where team members support one another, share expertise, and take pride in delivering exceptional results for our clients.
If you are an experienced retirement plan professional seeking a long-term opportunity with a respected firm and a strong remote culture, we encourage you to apply.
Position Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Remote
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