Senior/Supervisor Accountant - Employee Benefit Plan Auditor

Description

At BLS, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality financial services with a focus on supporting our clients’ unique needs. We are currently seeking an experienced Employee Benefit Plan Accountant to join our growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals in an engaging and fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements of employee benefit plans (including defined contribution (401(k), 403(b), etc.), defined benefit, and health & welfare plans)
• Assist in the preparation of Form 5500 and related filings
• Manage the audits of employee benefit plans and coordinate with clients and their service providers
• Ensure compliance with ERISA regulations and other applicable laws
• Perform related testing procedures including reconciliation of reports, analysis of certifications and trust reports, sample selection procedures, participant data, contribution, distribution, and participant loans.
• Write comments on issues found and general recommendations of process improvements to clients at the end of the audit
• Communicate with clients, auditors, and other stakeholders to resolve any financial issues during the audit
• Maintain accurate records and files for all benefit plan-related activities

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2-7 years of experience in employee benefit plan accounting or auditing
• Knowledge of applicable accounting and auditing standards and compliance requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act and the Internal Revenue Code over retirement plans
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) and Engagement Accounting software
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA designation (or progress toward obtaining CPA)
• Experience with retirement plan auditing and related compliance requirements
• Familiarity with auditing and accounting standards, specifically related to benefit plan audits

BLS is an Fifteen-Time Winner of the News Journal's Top Workplaces Award and an independent member firm of PrimeGlobal, one of the most expansive associations of independent accounting firms in the world. We offer opportunities for growth and a diverse workload with flexible hours, competitive salary, generous signing bonuses, excellent benefits, state-of-the-art technology and continued training. Travel is limited, and compensation will be comparable to experience and qualifications.

Flexible Schedules Available

• Fully on site
• Fully Remote
• Hybrid

Only applicants of interest will be contacted.