Job Description
Who we are:
Strongpoint Partners is tech-enabled retirement services platform serving small- to mid-sized businesses with integrated retirement third party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions. Recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritizes accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve. With a coast-to-coast network of 19 leading firms including HowardSimon ("HSR"), Jocelyn Pension Consulting ("JPC"), Retirement Strategies Group (“RSG”), Retirement Planners and Administrators (“RPA”), Pension Financial Services (“PFS”), Pollard & Associates ("PA"), Carlson Quinn ("CQ"), SI GROUP ("SIG"), Retirement Planning Consulting Group (“RPCG”), Karel-Gordon & Associates ("KGA"), Cash Balance Actuaries ("CBA"), Pension Consultants, Inc. (“PCI”), Actuaries Unlimited (“AUI”), California Retirement Plans (“CRP”), Benefit Equity ("BEI"), United Benefit Pensions, Inc. ("UBP"), Creative Retirement Systems ("CRS"), Associated Pension Consultants ("APC"), Allied Consultants, Inc. ("ACI"), American Retirement Plan Services, LLC (“ARPS”), and SMS Retirement (“SMS”). Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.
About American Retirement Plan Services, (ARPS):
A boutique, consulting-focused firm headquartered in Baltimore County, MD that delivers tailored services primarily to small and medium-sized businesses, offering expert guidance and hands-on support across a range of plan types. ARPS is an operating partner of Strongpoint Partners, a leading tech-enabled financial services retirement platform.
Position Summary:
American Retirement Plan Services, (ARPS), a Strongpoint Partner, is seeking a skilled is seeking a 401k Plan Administrator, motivated and detail-oriented professional to independently manage a portfolio of 50–75 retirement plans.
- PLEASE NOTE: This is a fully remote position and can be performed from anywhere within the United States; however, due to the primary locations of our client teams, preference will be given to those in the Central and Eastern time zones.Key Responsibilities
- Independently manage and administer 50–75 retirement plans
- Perform compliance testing (ADP/ACP, coverage, nondiscrimination, etc.)
- Prepare annual valuations
- Complete and file Form 5500s
- Calculate employer contributions
- Perform cross-testing and allocation calculations
- Review and process participant distributions and loans
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ERISA rules and regulations
- Review plan documents and ensure operational compliance
- Communicate effectively with clients, advisors, and internal team members
- Qualifications
- Experience administering defined contribution retirement plans
- Experience as a Combo Cash Balance / Defined Contribution (CB/DC) Administrator is a plus, but not required
- Strong understanding of ERISA rules and retirement plan compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
- Experience with Ft. William Documents and Compliance Software is a plus, but not required
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Our Value-Driven Employee Experience:
- Flexible Workplace – Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.
- Unlimited PTO – Competitive paid time off, including flexible & unlimited options.
- Inclusive Environment – A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.
- Growth Opportunities – Support for ongoing learning and career development.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
- Workplace Perks – Incentive bonus programs, flexible hours, & more.
- *Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.
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