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May also provide technical training.\nEssential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.\nPrepares and reviews non-discrimination tests, top heavy test, coverage tests, 415 annual addition tests on the largest and most technically complex plans.\nComplex testing on New Comparability plans, multiple employer plans and “high profile’ plans.\nCompletes additional compliance testing that must be done such as 401(a)4 and may also performs and or reviews more complex contributions.\nReviews legal plan documents and all employee data and determines participant eligibility.\nCoordinates year-end processing issues with Relationship Managers/Client Service Managers. \nAssists with client calls as needed.\nLeads process improvement projects deemed necessary after annual review of internal procedures by Compliance Manager, incorporating any upcoming tax law updates.\nAssists in training of new processes.\nUtilizes technical skills and available tools to solve compliance issues.\nWorks under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of urgency and accuracy\nFocuses on learning in everyday activities and events. \nCollaborates with and openly shares knowledge with colleagues.\nPresents information and responds to questions from managers, clients, and internal customers.\nPerforms other duties, as assigned, that are related to the essential operation of the department. \nRegular, reliable and punctual attendance.\nProactively adopt, protect and boldly embrace emerging technologies (AI, automation, etc.), platforms, and evolving practices that accelerate transformational growth and advance Ascensus’ mission and client commitments.\nManagement Responsibilities\nNone\nRequired Education, Experience and Certificates, Licenses, Registrations\nBachelor’s degree in business related filed or combination of education and industry experience\n6+ years of progressive plan experience in third party administration environment including experience in preparing, reviewing and explaining qualified plan compliance testing and government forms filing\nDemonstrated experience in areas of controlled groups, cross testing, catch-up contributions and other technical topics\nAdvanced level of Excel \nAdvanced knowledge of retirement plan tax law (ERISA) including Revenue Code sections 401401(a)(4), 416, 414(b), (c), (m), (n), as well as others.\nStrong mathematical aptitude, specifically detailed financial reconciliation and data analysis.\nPreferred education or skills for this role\nQKA or QKC designation \nCompetencies\nAnalytical\nAvid Learner\nBuilds Collaborative Relationships\nCommitment to Excellence\nCustomer Oriented\nDetail Oriented\nExcellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills\nInformation Seeker\nPlanning and Organizing\nResourceful\nTeam Player\nThoroughness\nTime Management \nTRAVEL: Up to 5%.\nOTHER DUTIES\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\nBe aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. 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