Actuary - Remote Position

Use your retirement plan knowledge to help employees across the country build financial independence.

At Blue Ridge Associates, we don’t just administer retirement plans — we help people build lasting financial security. Through Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and 401(k) services, we empower employees across the country to take ownership of their financial futures. We’re proud to be one of the top ESOP administration firms in the nation, serving a diverse range of companies that believe in sharing success with their people.

Whether remote or based in one of our seven offices across the country, our team members work together with a shared mission: to make it easy for plan sponsors and professionals to provide wealth-building benefits to business owners and their employees.

We are a professional services firm that provides third-party retirement plan administration services for companies that sponsor 401(k) Plans and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). That’s Where You Come in as an Actuary

The Actuary serves as a subject matter expert responsible for the design, administration, funding, and ongoing compliance of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plans. This position provides actuarial expertise to plan sponsors and internal teams, performs and reviews actuarial valuations, and ensures retirement plans are administered in accordance with IRS regulations, ERISA requirements, and applicable actuarial standards of practice. Assist with the design, implementation, administration, amendment, and termination of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plans.

Perform and review actuarial valuations, compliance testing, and funding calculations while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Maintain responsibility for a limited client portfolio while providing technical oversight and review of actuarial work completed by other team members.

Interpret retirement plan provisions and applicable regulations to provide accurate guidance to clients and internal stakeholders.

Communicate complex actuarial concepts and retirement plan information clearly to clients, advisors, and internal partners.

Review actuarial reports, funding recommendations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.

Ensure compliance with company policies, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking for in an Actuary

You take pride in the details because you know your work has a lasting impact on people’s financial well-being.

Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or a related field.

5-10 years of actuarial experience supporting qualified retirement plans.

Advanced knowledge of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plan design, funding, and administration.

Enrolled Actuary (EA), Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA), Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA), Member of the Society of Enrolled Actuaries (MSEA), or Fellow of the Society of Enrolled Actuaries (FSEA)

Thorough understanding of IRS regulations, ERISA requirements, Pension Protection Act provisions, and applicable actuarial standards of practice.

Demonstrated ability to perform and review actuarial valuations and funding calculations.

Excellent research skills with the ability to interpret regulatory guidance and apply complex technical concepts.

Ability to communicate highly technical information effectively to clients with varying levels of actuarial knowledge.

Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Why You’ll Love Working Here as an Actuary

Remote-first work culture with in-office options (VA, MD, OH, IL, CA, MN)

Generous PTO for parental leave, vacation, and holiday time

We see a future where more people achieve financial independence, enjoy meaningful retirement, and leave a legacy.

Efficacy – Ensuring compliance and guiding clients toward retirement readiness

Advocacy – Supporting regulatory changes that benefit employers and employees

Compensation may vary based on geographic location, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, and business needs.

It’s your opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping others build financial security for life.

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