Sr. DC Pension Administrator

Hilb Group • Cranston, RI

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Grow With Us! At Hilb Group, we recognize that our associates are our greatest asset. We promote a service-driven culture of high performance that encourages career and professional development. The Hilb Group is currently seeking a motivated and ambitious Sr. Pension Administrator to join our team. This position will report to our agency located in Cranston, RI. The ideal candidate will be motivated to succeed, is well organized, able to prioritize, and able to work well with a team. This is a hybrid position.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of defined contribution plan administration
• Strong proficiency in compliance testing (ADP/ACP, coverage, nondiscrimination)
• Expertise with plan documents, amendments, and operational guidance
• Experience preparing annual government filings (5500 series, 8955-SSA, 5330)
• Asset reconciliation and valuation skills (pooled, SDBA, daily recordkeeping)
• Multi-platform proficiency, specifically: • ASC Valuation and ASC DGEM • PensionPro • FT Williams
• Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to translate technical retirement plan rules into simple, clear explanations.
• Professional, calm, and confident client-facing demeanor
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• High-level analytical capabilities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to identify errors, troubleshoot data issues, and propose process improvements.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong time-management skills, including effective use of structured routines such as block scheduling.
• Proactive approach to developing solutions and anticipating client needs.
• Minimum five years of plan administration experience in a TPA setting, across a wide mix of DC plan types and complexities.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Nice To Haves

• ASPPA or NIPA credentials strongly preferred.
• Non-credentialed hire must obtain ASPPA QKA or NIPA AKS within 12 months (study materials and exam fees reimbursed upon passing)

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility, identify key/highly compensated employees, and resolve data errors.
• Calculate all contribution types: pro rata, integrated, new comparability, matching, safe harbor, and contributions requiring earned income calculations.
• Complete full compliance testing, including 414(s), 416 Top Heavy Minimum, 410(b), 401(a)(4), BRF, 402(g), plan limits, 415(c), ADP/ACP, and top-heavy determination.
• Prepare contribution variance reports (match and nonelective) to determine true-ups.
• Prepare and review asset reconciliations and valuations for pooled accounts, SDBAs and daily platforms.
• Prepare Forms 5500, 5500-SF, 8955-SSA and 5330, including review of work prepared by assistants.
• Provide audit support for plans required Form 5500 audits.
• nterpret and explain plan document provisions and amendments in client-friendly language.
• Recommend amendments that improve efficiency, compliance, and the operational flow of the plan.
• Deliver timely, professional responses to client inquiries.
• Anticipate and resolve administrative challenges by providing practical solutions.
• Simplify complex technical and regulatory information for non-technical audiences.
• Participate in continuing education (credentialed or not).
• Collaborate across internal teams and contribute to process improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Company Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA/HSA plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Additional voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Supplemental Life Insurance, Legal and Identity Protection, and Pet benefits.
• Generous PTO.
• An awesome team of professionals!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree