DB Plan Administrator (small plan)

Cps4jobs; Connecticut; Remote; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $90k salary

Job summary

Cps4jobs is seeking an experienced Defined Benefit Plan Administrator to manage the day-to-day administration of defined benefit retirement plans, including valuations, benefit calculations, and retirement eligibility reviews. The role requires a strong understanding of ERISA, IRS regulations, and pension plan compliance, with experience in a Third-Party Administrator environment.

Remote, full-time position with responsibility for Form 5500 prep and filing, client communications, and maintaining

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Defined Benefit plan administration experience.
• Experience with Third-Party Administrator (TPA) settings.
• Solid knowledge of ERISA and IRS regulations.
• Experience with benefit calculations and annual valuations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Defined Benefit pension plans for multiple clients.
• Perform annual valuations, benefit calculations, and retirement eligibility reviews.
• Process retirement distributions, participant requests, and benefit estimates.
• Prepare and review annual compliance testing and required reporting.
• Assist with Form 5500 preparation and filing.
• Ensure plans remain compliant with IRS and ERISA regulations.
• Communicate with clients, participants, actuaries, and internal teams.
• Research and resolve plan-related issues and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate plan records and documentation.

Skills

Defined Benefit admin

Client mgmt

ERISA knowledge

Valuations & calculations

Communication

Tools

Pension software

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Defined Benefit Plan Administrator to manage the day-to-day administration of defined benefit retirement plans. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working for a Third-Party Administrator and a strong understanding of pension plan administration, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Defined Benefit pension plans for multiple clients.
• Perform annual valuations, benefit calculations, and retirement eligibility reviews.
• Process retirement distributions, participant requests, and benefit estimates.
• Prepare and review annual compliance testing and required reporting.
• Assist with Form 5500 preparation and filing.
• Ensure plans remain compliant with IRS and ERISA regulations.
• Communicate with clients, participants, actuaries, and internal teams.
• Research and resolve plan-related issues and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate plan records and documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Defined Benefit plan administration experience.
• Previous TPA experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS regulations, and pension plan compliance.
• Experience with benefit calculations, annual valuations, and plan administration.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines independently.
• Proficiency with pension administration software preferred.

Compensation & Work Environment

Salary: Up to $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

Work Arrangement: 100% Remote.

Employment Type: Full-time.

Ideal Candidate: A detail-oriented DB Plan Administrator with hands-on TPA experience who can independently manage defined benefit plans, support clients, and ensure accurate and compliant plan administration. #LI-KO2