Job Description
Join Georgia's premier public sector retirement system as a Pension Plan Administrator. This pivotal role ensures the financial security of thousands of state employees through meticulous plan management, compliance oversight, and exceptional member service. Work in a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly impacts Georgia's public workforce retirement futures.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension plan contributions, distributions, and member records with 100% accuracy
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Georgia state pension laws
- Conduct benefit calculations and provide retirement counseling to state employees
- Collaborate with finance teams on investment reconciliations and funding strategies
- Develop and implement process improvements for pension administration workflows
- Prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholders and regulatory agencies
- Lead system testing and implementation for pension administration software upgrades
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan administration or benefits management experience
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, NIPA, or CPA) preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and pension administration systems (e.g., PeopleSoft)
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k)/403(b) regulations, and Georgia pension statutes
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to complex financial calculations
- Strong communication abilities for presenting technical information to non-experts