Senior Pension Analyst

Ellement Consulting Group•Winnipeg, MB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Pension Analyst, you will be a key member of an administration team that delivers high-quality pension administration services to multiple clients while ensuring outstanding and timely customer service. You will handle highly confidential and sensitive information, requiring a high level of professionalism and organization. A Senior Pension Analyst must have excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.

Requirements

Minimum seven (7) years of relevant work experience in the pension field.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex pension-related data and legislation.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
Solid working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced proficiency in Excel.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to set and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in all aspects of pension administration.
High level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality related to private and business matters.
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends and legislative changes.
Successful completion of a cleared criminal background check is required.

Nice To Haves

Coursework toward the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation is highly desirable and will be considered an asset.
Preference will be given to those individuals who are proficient in French.

Responsibilities

Provide expert assistance and collaborate with the pension administration team to ensure accurate and timely service delivery.
Process pension events, including retirement, termination of employment, death, relationship breakdown, etc., with precision and adherence to plan rules and regulations.
Accurately maintain and regularly update client databases to reflect current and accurate data.
Mentor and develop pension analysts by providing guidance, training, and support to help them build their knowledge and skills in pension administration.
Conduct thorough quality assurance reviews of work performed by the pension administration team to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Perform quality control on year-end data input and verification of program output, including the preparation of Annual Benefit Statements.
Calculate and process pension adjustments (PA), pension adjustment reversals (PAR), and past service pension adjustments (PSPA).
File the Annual Information Return (AIR) and other required regulatory forms with the appropriate legislative bodies in a timely manner.
Interpret and apply the provisions of pension plans and relevant provincial and federal legislation to ensure compliance and provide accurate guidance.
Respond to inquiries from clients and plan members regarding data and pension administration, providing clear and accurate information.
Develop and present solutions and improved processes for various pension plan issues to consultants and internal partners.
Coordinate new business implementation with account management and implementation teams, ensuring seamless transitions and accurate setup.
Contribute to team efforts by completing additional administrative tasks or projects as needed.
Identify opportunities for process improvements within the pension administration function and recommend or implement changes to enhance efficiency and service quality.
And any other duties needed to help drive to our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.