Plan Administrator

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DWC, a subsidiary of FSG Parent L.P., provides plan document, compliance, consulting and government reporting services to more than 8,000 clients in all 50 states, ranging in size from single participant defined benefit plans to complex 401(k) plans including several thousand employees. In addition to our renowned responsiveness and obsession with detail, we put a commitment to client service at the center of everything we do.

We prioritize accessibility and responsiveness, and we are obsessed with detail.

Every consultant at DWC has a commitment to excellence in their DNA. Our culture emphasizes helping everyone around us perform at the highest level and requires that all work be completed at an A+ level, without exception.

DWC is continually seeking candidates to join our team who are fiercely committed to client-centered service, passionate about helping our clients and advisors, and who truly enjoy working in the retirement plan industry.

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Responsible for completion of annual nondiscrimination testing and completion of the annual form 5500 for 401k retirement plans. Works with advisors, auditors and plan sponsors to provide consulting on plan issues, contributions and Form 5500 reconciliations.

• Performs Nondiscrimination, Top Heavy & Coverage Testing for defined contribution plans up to 250 lives based on documented processes.
• Calculates retirement plan contributions and allocations, including Safe Harbor allocations, discretionary match and prorata profit sharing.
• Calculates corrective actions for failures in annual testing.
• Consult and explain the results of the testing and any required corrections.
• Preparation of IRS Form 5500-SF, 5500-EZ and assists with preparation of Form 5500 with schedules.
• Assist with plan audit support, including reconciliations and preparation of assets and other plan reports.
• Assist with accumulating data and reconciling assets for conversion plans.
• Exceed internal and compliance deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 1 - 3 years of experience (preferred)
• Ability to read and understand complex documentation surrounding 401k plans.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and ability to apply knowledge to complete asset reconciliations for all plans.
• Relius Administration and FT Williams software experience preferred.
• Willingness to obtain QKA Certification.
• Ability to reconcile transactions/assets on the Trust Statement.
• Intermediate skillset in Microsoft Excel.
• Must be moldable and willing to learn and grow in a dynamic work culture.
• Self-Starter, highly self-motivated, ability to work independently and problem-solve.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure.
• Ability to meet seasonal deadlines based on IRS and Department of Labor regulations.
• Strong listening, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic customer service skills.

For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure employees can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 50 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required.

If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.

The average salary for this position is expected to be between $56,000 and $70,000/year however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We do not anticipate candidates to be paid at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case‑by‑case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match,…