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Defined Contribution Plan Manager

AT Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab

Defined Contribution Plan Manager

Austin, TX

Salary: USD $72,500 - $122,300 / Year

Your opportunity

Schwab Retirement Plan Services provides third party recordkeeping and retirement plan administration to midsized and large employers nationwide. Schwab believes that the provider matters, and we are committed to the financial fitness of all participants and clients. We assist plan sponsors to ensure that the plans are operated in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA, following the IRS and DOL regulations and the plan provisions.

What you are good at

  • Preparing ADP/ACP testing, Top Heavy testing, Coverage testing, 401(a)(4) Nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 and Form 8955-SSA within the statutory timelines established by the code.
  • Performing tests on the largest\most complex plans, and functioning as a primary liaison with ERISA Consulting, external clients and Relationship Managers for more complex ERISA Compliance testing issues
  • Assisting clients with preparation of allocations of employer contributions and specialized testing.
  • Partnering closely with Relationship Management and other teams to assist with higher level client issues and to assist with external auditor requests.
  • Serving as direct contact with plan sponsors and their external auditors to add value and retain clients.
  • Leading efforts to improve, develop, implement training programs and procedures.
  • Serving as a resource for less experienced staff and complete peer review of assigned work.
  • Taking on additional project leadership responsibilities.

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What you have

Required Qualifications:

  • 4-7 years in the qualified retirement plan industry, with significant direct experience in providing ERISA Compliance testing and reporting services.
  • Thorough knowledge of the IRS & DOL Code and Regulations, and experience with complex non-discrimination testing, including 401(a)(4), 410(b), and 414(s).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, high comfort level with Microsoft Excel, and ability to meet stringent deadlines.
  • Project Leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Math, or Finance.
  • ASPPA QKA, QPA or CPC Designation
  • Experience with Actuarial Systems Corporation (ASC) Testing\5500 software

What's in it for you

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

  • 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
  • Paid parental leave and family building benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA
Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2024-102798
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program