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Retirement Plan Operations Specialist

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Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Mon, Oct 26, 2026
This job expires in: 28 days

Job Summary

To support the administration of 401(k) plans, the full-time Retirement Plan Operations Specialist will work remotely to review client documents, ensure compliance, and assist clients with year-end reporting requirements.

Key responsibilities
  • Review and reconcile client documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Prepare and file annual government reports, including IRS Form 5500
  • Educate clients on the administration of their 401(k) plans and necessary documentation
Required qualifications
  • 1 to 5 years of experience in back-office financial operations or related fields
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Direct experience with retirement-plan operations, including 401(k) or IRA administration
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field is preferred
  • Basic knowledge of 401(k) plan structure and IRS/DOL regulations is preferred

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