Compliance Coordinator

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.

Section 1: Position Summary

This position is responsible for supporting our clients compliance related requirements and requests though independent resolution to achieve client satisfaction. Additionally, support Client Service teams through timely client inquiry resolution and phone support to assist with client resolution and satisfaction.

Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• To assist our clients with their annual IRS reporting requirement, prepare and quality control IRS Large Form 5500.
• Advanced knowledge and issue resolution associated with annual Compliance testing (ADP/ACP, 410(b) 415, 402(g)) 416 as required for clients.
• Perform and quality control advanced client requested calculations which include Profit Sharing integrated, QNEC, QMAC, Match contributions and review of plan document to ensure that provisions have been correctly applied to the calculation.
• Help support the Employer Calculation function with the resolution of production issues associated with the investment of client approved calculations to help ensure timely processing.
• Applying interpretation of adoption agreement to assist with client resolution.
• Support Client Service teams through timely client inquiry resolution and phone support to assist with client resolution and satisfaction.
• Participate in annual Post Mortem meetings that are held in collaboration with other teams throughout the organization to continuously improve the Client Experience.
• As a Compliance Service's subject matter expert, review and update training materials for instructor led courses.
• Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients.
• Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always® should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.

Supervision

• N/A

Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

• A minimum of 2-3 years industry experience in retirement services environment, including compliance testing and 5500 experience.
• Ability to make sound business judgments while effectively balancing client needs and organizational considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs.
• Consistently demonstrate a strong level of proactive client focus.
• Ability to work with a high level of independence.
• Ability to work within a team structure to ensure common goal of providing exceptional customer service.
• Knowledgeable of ERISA, DOL and IRS regulations, and plan documents (individually designed and prototype).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 25 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.

Ascensus provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, criminal conviction record or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws ("Protected Status").