Retirement Administrator

Clark Group; Bethesda, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group is seeking a proactive Business Analyst (Retirement) to join the Total Rewards team. The role focuses on maintaining retirement program data integrity, driving accuracy, and supporting audit activities.

You will handle data preparation, compliance testing, and plan administration tasks. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of analytical experience in finance or benefits, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across HRIS, payroll, and recordkeeper teams in a

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

Responsibilities

• Audit and compliance support for retirement programs and testing data.
• Prepare data, scrub discrepancies, and assist in annual retirement plan audits.
• Apply plan rules, run retirement-related payroll transaction reviews, and reconcile data.
• Serve as primary contact for participant inquiries and maintain data quality in HRIS.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel/Sheets

Data reconciliation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

HRIS (Workday)

Payroll platforms (EC Payroll)

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.

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.

Compensation

Clark is committed to competitive compensation that typically has key components including base salary, bonus incentive compensation based on personal and company performance.

Drug Free Workplace/EOE

Drug Free Workplace/EOE www.clarkconstruction.com Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction.

There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please [e-mail] call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.