Assistant Analyst, Retirement Services

Assistant Analyst

Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Retirement Services Operations, the Assistant Analyst is responsible for processing pension administration transactions for retired members of various pension plans. Responsibilities also include determining pension eligibility and processing pension applications in compliance with Plan documents and the law.

Calculate pension benefits for new retirees and estimated projected benefits for future retirees. Analyze and process pension applications for completeness and accuracy; draft follow-up correspondence as needed. Perform banking transactions, including but not limited to pension check stop/reissues and voids. Work with third party vendors to collect data on deceased pensioners, update system accordingly with findings, and process bank reclaims for overpaid benefits. Track pension overpayments on a plan-by-plan basis and enforce overpayment recoupment policies. Reinstate suspended pensioner accounts after validating documentation as per plan rules. Validate work history and prior service records to calculate pension service credits. Perform data entry. Complete standardized written member communications. Assist Retirement Analysts and CARE Counselors as needed with administrative and analytical pension calculations. Special projects as assigned by management.

Strong mathematical skills required. Basic accounting skills preferred. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. High level of proficiency in Microsoft office programs, including Word and Excel. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills. Detailed oriented with strong ability to multitask.

Strong oral and written interpersonal skills. Demonstrated customer service orientation. Ability to work both independently and as a team player. Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced work environment.

College graduate with Accounting or Math related degree or equivalent work experience.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Under 1/3 of the time: Standing, Walking, Climbing or Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling Over 2/3 of the time: Talking or Hearing 100% of the time: Using Hands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1/3 to 2/3 of the time: Work near moving or mechanical parts, exposure to radiation, moderate noise.

Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds