Senior Benefits Specialist, Retirement
Core
Administers U.S.-based retirement programs including 401(k) plans and pension plans, ensuring compliance and processing enrollments.
Role type
Senior Benefits Specialist (Retirement)
Builds
Retirement plan administration and compliance processes for The Washington Post employees
Domain
Human Resources / Retirement Benefits / US Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Retirement plan administration, ERISA/IRS/DOL regulatory compliance, pension plan administration (defined benefit/contribution), data analysis, vendor management, financial reporting
Preferred skills
CEBS or QKA certification, Workday experience, process automation
Technologies
Workday, Excel
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements for retirement plans; Process monthly pension payments by verifying calculations and data entry; Lead retirement committee meetings and execute action items; Coordinate internal retirement plan audits with actuaries and accountants; Enhance data accuracy in applicable systems by performing internal audits; Execute plan design changes by coordinating with HRIS and vendors; Deliver customer service and resolve employee benefits-related issues; Educate employees about retirement programs and develop financial wellness initiatives; Support management decision making by preparing benefits utilization reports and analyzing trends; Complete payments to benefit providers by reconciling reports and submitting invoices.