Experienced Payroll Supervisor for Retirement Plans - Remote Opportunity with a Leading Financial Services Company

Introduction to Ameritas

Ameritas is a renowned financial services company dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. With a strong commitment to fulfilling lives, we strive to reduce uncertainty, grow assets, and protect what matters most. Our mission is to enable people to live a life rich in family, happiness, health, and financial security. As a full-service recordkeeper and third-party administrator, we specialize in open architecture retirement plans, leveraging a proprietary high-tech and high-service delivery model to serve over 90,000 participants and administer over $5 billion in plan assets.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor to join our team, responsible for overseeing payroll team resources and essential functions, including processing and reconciling payroll files and associated deposits for all plans. This is a remote opportunity, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team through recruitment, development, and performance management, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork
• Provide guidance to resolve escalated issues or concerns, ensuring timely and effective solutions
• Ensure adherence to regulations, policies, and procedures, maintaining the highest standards of compliance and integrity
• Recommend innovative programs or processes to achieve results, driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Coach and develop associates to foster a culture that ensures a cohesive team environment, building long-term loyalty between Ameritas, partners, and customers
• Collaborate with internal resources on issues, system changes, or other topics that impact customers or stakeholders, promoting effective communication and coordination
• Oversight of key processes, including:
  • Payroll process for plans through Relius recordkeeping system
  • Trade execution, including reconciliation, forfeiture processing, and year-end processing
  • Transaction verification reporting
  • Census updates

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, with a strong foundation in payroll, accounting, or a related field
• 3-5 years of retirement plans payroll experience required, with a deep understanding of payroll processes and regulations
• Less than 2 years of supervisory experience required, with a proven ability to lead and manage teams
• Relius proficiency strongly preferred, with experience working with recordkeeping systems and software
• Intermediate knowledge of STATA preferred, with a strong analytical and problem-solving skill set
• Strong Excel skills preferred, with the ability to analyze and interpret complex data

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field, such as accounting, finance, or business administration
• Professional certifications, such as CPP or FPC, demonstrating expertise in payroll and retirement plans
• Experience working with retirement plans, including 401(k), pension, and other defined benefit plans
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including ERISA, IRS, and DOL guidelines

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote environment. You will also need to be highly organized, with strong attention to detail and a ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Career Growth Opportunities

Ameritas is committed to professional development and growth, offering opportunities for advancement and career progression. As a Payroll Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise, taking on new challenges and responsibilities as you grow in your role.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Ameritas is a mutual-based organization, with a strong commitment to volunteering, community support, and employee well-being. We prioritize team building and collaboration, fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and respect. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive pay, incentives, 401(k), flexible work schedules, and time off to care for yourself and others.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, with a pay range of $63,974.00 - $105,558.00 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive pay and incentives
• 401(k) and retirement savings plan
• Flexible work schedules and time off
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
• Incentivized well-being program
• Adoption assistance and paid time off for volunteering
• Training and career development opportunities

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced payroll professional, looking for a new challenge and opportunity to grow, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. As a Payroll Supervisor with Ameritas, you will have the opportunity to work with a leading financial services company, leveraging your skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with Ameritas!

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