Retirement Program Analyst: Plan Administration & Compliance

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; Fort Washington (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is seeking a Retirement Business Analyst to manage day-to-day administration of its DB, cash balance, 457, and DC retirement programs. This role supports pension operations, compliance, and reporting to senior management.

Qualified candidates have a accounting/finance background, 5–8 years of pension experience, and knowledge of ERISA and GAAP. CEBS/RPA is a plus; strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-8 years of relevant business experience.
• Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• CEBS-RPA a plus

Responsibilities

• Administer retirement plans, including DB, cash balance, 457, and DC.
• Monitor compliance with ERISA, DOL regulations, and GAAP.
• Design retirement education curriculum for staff.
• Maintain pension and financial control schedules.
• Participate in annual pension and financial audits.
• Prepare and deliver key management reports.
• Support budget process guidelines and timelines.
• Produce ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders

Skills

ERISA compliance

GAAP knowledge

Pension administration

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Budgeting

Audit support

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting systems

Job description

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is seeking a Retirement Business Analyst to manage day-to-day administration of its DB, cash balance, 457, and DC retirement programs. This role supports pension operations, compliance, and reporting to senior management.

Qualified candidates have a accounting/finance background, 5–8 years of pension experience, and knowledge of ERISA and GAAP. CEBS/RPA is a plus; strong analytical and communication skills are essential.