Job Description

FuturePlan is the nation's largest third-party administrator (TPA) of retirement plans, partnering with advisors in all 50 states. FuturePlan delivers the best of both worlds: high-touch personalized service from local TPAs backed by the strength and security of a large national firm, Ascensus. Our roots go back decades, with nearly 30 outstanding legacy firms now joined together to deliver unmatched levels of service, innovation and expertise to a fast-growing client base from coast to coast. The FuturePlan team includes more than 500 credentialed plan professionals, 60 actuaries, and one of the industry's largest in-house ERISA teams. Learn more at FuturePlan.com. Section 1: Position Summary Focused on the small-plan market, the candidate will review client deliverables for accuracy and compliance while managing their own case load of small-market DB plans. The actuary will handle their own valuation, administration, and compliance work, and will also review and sign a significant volume of work prepared by others. The role is responsible for maintaining service standards consistent with FuturePlan Lead Actuary expectations and organizational requirements. Serve as a subject-matter expert in small-market Defined Benefit, Cash Balance, and DB/DC Combo plans. Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities Review, prepare and/or certify client projects and ensure accurate client deliverables including:

• Actuarial valuations and reports
• Benefit statements
• Plan documents, amendments, employee communications (SPDs, etc.)
• Work performed by other teams as necessary (e.g., Benefit calculations, Form 5500s and PBGC premium forms)
• IRS determination filings and PBGC (Form 500 series) termination submissions

- ASC 715/960

- Perform and review combined plan non-discrimination testing Answer technical questions posed by staff Research the Internal Revenue Code and other technical resources to resolve client issues Provide technical training for staff Provide back up to other teams as necessary Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients. Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always® should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture. Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned Supervision N/A Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, math or math related field Enrolled Actuary designation with 5 years industry experience Advanced understanding of:

• Pension law
• Plan documents and IRS favorable determination letters
• Actuarial valuations and software systems

Excellent technical/analytical skills Ability to research technical issues Ability to explain technical issues to all levels of associates Good verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel applications Demonstrated expertise with industry recognized pension valuation software Detail and accuracy oriented Good time management skills Team Player Be aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website. For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates 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 25 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. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying. Ascensus provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, criminal conviction record or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws ("Protected Status"). #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascensus, LLC.

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Second job, Work at office, Local area, Remote work

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