Retirement Administrator

Clark Holdings Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Holdings Inc. in Bethesda, MD, seeks an energetic Business Analyst (Retirement) to join the Total Rewards team. The role focuses on maintaining retirement program integrity, driving data accuracy, and supporting audit compliance through meticulous data work and reporting.

You will collaborate with HRIS, payroll, and recordkeepers to prepare testing data, review match true-ups, and assist with external audits. A background in finance or analytics and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quantitative or analytical experience in finance, accounting, compensation/benefits, mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong data reconciliation and advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel/Google Sheets).
• Experience with 401(k) or defined contribution plan administration and ERISA/IRS guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit & Compliance: prepare testing data, review legacy match true-ups, support annual external retirement plan audit.
• Quantitative & Financial Analysis: apply plan rules, scrub data, and assist with retirement contribution calculations.
• Plan Administration & Operations: serve as primary contact for participant inquiries and maintain data quality in HRIS and recordkeeper systems.

Skills

Excel

Data reconciliation

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, business analytics, or a related discipline

Tools

Workday

EC Payroll

HRIS

Recordkeeper platforms

Job description

There is a reason that Clark is a leader in the construction industry. Simply put, it’s our people. From highways to hotels and hospitals to stadiums, we rely on the leadership, talents, and drive of our employees to bring great projects to light. Are you interested in becoming a part of our team? If so, take the next step and start building your career with us today.We are seeking an energetic, analytical, and results-oriented Business Analyst - Retirement (internally, the title of this role is Business Analyst (Retirement) to join our Total Rewards team. This key role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of our retirement programs, driving data accuracy, and ensuring audit compliance. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment, excel at quantitative problem-solving, and deliver exceptional service, this is a fantastic opportunity to own high-visibility work within Clark’s HR organization.***Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities**** **Audit & Compliance Support** + Prepare and format non-discrimination compliance testing data according to recordkeeper specifications; perform iterative data scrubbing until finalized. + Review and audit the recordkeeper’s annual Match True-up calculations for accuracy. + Participate in the data preparation and assembly of extensive reporting for the annual external retirement plan audit. + Research discrepancies and prepare formal responses throughout the audit lifecycle.* **Quantitative & Financial Analysis** + Apply Plan rules to the applicable data, perform iterative data scrubbing process, and participate in finalizing the annual Company Contribution calculations. + Conduct ad hoc retirement-related payroll transaction reviews and reconciliations with the recordkeeper to ensure calculation and transmission accuracy. + Perform routine data reconciliations at pre-determined cadence between HRIS and recordkeeper systems.* **Plan Administration & Operations** + Serve as primary point of contact for participant inquiries. + Audit and maintain retirement plan data quality and system configurations in the HRIS to ensure alignment with recordkeeper requirements. + Coordinate in-person participant education sessions across regional offices and jobsites in partnership with the recordkeeper.***Required Qualifications**** **Experience:** 3+ years of quantitative or analytical experience in finance, accounting, compensation/benefits, mathematics, or a related field.* **Technical & Analytical Aptitude:** Demonstrated strength in data reconciliation, mathematical problem-solving, and advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel/Google Sheets).* **Communication:** Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and clear communication across organizational levels.***Preferred Qualifications**** **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, business analytics, or a related discipline.* **General Knowledge:** Direct experience with 401(k) or defined contribution plan administration, general investment concepts, and familiarity with ERISA/IRS regulatory guidelines.* **Systems:** Experience with HRIS and Payroll platforms (Workday and/or EC Payroll strongly preferred) and recordkeeper platforms.* **Certifications:** Professional certifications such as CEBS, QKA, CPSP, SHRM-CP/SCP, and/or S/PHR.* **Languages:** Proficiency or working knowledge of Spanish is beneficial.***Core Competencies**** **Operational Excellence:** Exceptional attention to detail and data integrity, with a rigorous focus on audit accuracy and error-free processing.* **Strategic Problem-Solving:** A self-starter capable of taking ownership of complex processes from end-to-end.* **Prioritization & Workload Management:** Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing competing seasonal deadlines (e.g., audit, year-end reconciliation, testing).* **Discretion & Integrity:** Capable of handling sensitive information with high confidentiality.***Why This is a Great Move***Clark is a premier organization with outstanding people. We have a 100+ year history of success and a reputation for both high quality work and people. Here you’ll be part of a team and culture that values people. You’ll work in a HR team with senior leaders that have a reputation for building team members’ careers, driving team engagement, and having an impact on the business. We are expanding our team and our influence. You can be yourself and be passionate about your work. And you’ll have a clear impact on the success of the business and the talent in your client groups. Come join our winning team!**HR Team Values:** Create positive experiences, partner with integrity and trust, drive for results, be your best self to do your best work, common purpose, diverse contributions.***Compensation***Clark is committed to competitive compensation that typically has key components including base salary, bonus incentive compensation based on personal and company performance.