[Remote] ESOP Administration Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blue Ridge Associates is a professional services firm that provides third-party retirement plan administration services for companies sponsoring Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and 401(k) Plans. They are seeking an ESOP Administration Analyst to support the administration of clients’ ESOPs by completing tasks assigned by Plan Administrators throughout the yearly plan cycle, including analysis of census reports and preparation of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of our clients’ ESOPs by completing tasks assigned by Plan Administrators throughout the yearly plan cycle
• Analysis of ESOP census reports
• Preparation of Plan financial statements
• Government reporting

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business, or Economics degree preferred. Will consider an applicant with an Associate degree along with demonstration of strong analytical skills and excellent Excel skills and/or prior experience
• Basic Accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in MS Excel. Knowledge of MS Word mail merge using Excel a plus
• Experience with benefits administration or retirement plans a plus (or desire to learn)
• Must be able to provide and maintain a distraction-free work environment, a professional workspace, and reliable high-speed internet connection

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D
• Disability
• FSA
• HSA with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Education/association dues assistance
• Quarterly virtual Happy Hours
• Monthly Birthday Celebrations
• Annual Social gatherings where we celebrate our successes
• Opportunities to shine by joining one of our committees
• Volunteering for a special project that calls your name

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