Job Description
Join a Legacy Institution. Secure Your Future.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Pension Administrator to join our government benefits team in Cleveland, Ohio. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a professional who excels in financial compliance, public service, and complex data analysis. You will play a pivotal role in managing the retirement plans for thousands of government employees, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Why Apply?
- Immediate Start: Join our team within 2 weeks.
- Government Stability: Work for a reputable public sector organization with excellent job security.
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range from $65,000 to $82,000 plus a robust pension plan.
If you are a finance professional looking to make a tangible impact on the retirement security of government workers, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage and process pension calculations and benefit distributions for eligible government retirees.
- Conduct thorough audits of pension records to ensure 100% compliance with ERISA and state pension laws.
- Serve as the primary liaison for retiree inquiries regarding retirement eligibility, vesting, and monthly payments.
- Collaborate with the HR department to update employee contribution records and salary history.
- Prepare detailed reports for state auditors and the Board of Trustees regarding pension fund status.
- Ensure accurate data entry into the state pension management system.
- Assist in the development of retirement communication materials for new hires.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in pension administration, government benefits, or actuarial science.
- Strong working knowledge of ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) and Ohio Revised Code.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups) and pension administration software.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to detect errors in complex financial data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with retirees and stakeholders.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality.