Analyst, Retirement Programs

Job Description

Why Work Here?

Employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. We believe in creating a workplace where you can thrive professionally while contributing to something greater, serving our communities and shaping the future.

About the Role:

The Analyst, Retirement Programs will play a key role in the Human Resources operations of the Canadian Utilities and ATCO Structures & Logistics defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join an engaging and impactful team, while playing a pivotal role in the delivery of retirement programs, including assisting in the development and roll-out of financial education programs, engaging with employees and leaders from across the business to tailor programs which meet the needs of Plan Members, and actively participating in the development and implementation of administrative and regulatory functions associated with pension plan operations.

This role also offers the unique opportunity to learn about, and engage with, financial and investment related aspects of the pension funds.

What You Get to Do:

• Pension Plan Administration
• Oversee pension processes including reconciliations, audits, actuarial valuations, annual statements, pension adjustments, and pension adjustment reversals
• Provide support for the completion of annual statements, membership reconciliations, non-routine calculations, contributions, payments, and expenses
• Ensure compliance by completing accurate and timely government filings
• Review and update contracts, plan design documents, and communication materials
• Maintain compliance with legislation and governance processes
• Lead succession planning, maintain desk manuals, record processes & procedures, and organize documentation
• Liaison
• Collaborate with third parties, administrators, insurers, consultants, vendors, and internal departments
• Resolve issues and proactively address third-party vendor concerns
• Support HR Business Partners and the Employee Resource Centre by providing pension-related advice and support
• Manage information flow between internal departments and third-party providers
• Oversee pension programs and ensure processes, interfaces, and systems are on schedule
• Pension Committee Engagement
• Develop and distribute materials for Pension Committee meetings
• Assist with executive summary materials for meetings and record minutes
• Financial Operations Support
• Support the ongoing financial monitoring and reporting of defined benefit pension plans
• Assist with monthly asset rebalancing, cash management, and vendor payments
• Provide support in finance-related pension matters
• Pension Plan Education:
• Lead internal education initiatives, collaborate with vendors, Business Units, and Corporate Communications
• Develop strategy for member education sessions and communications content
• Manage vendor relationships including design considerations, service provider vetting, and contract oversight
• Monitor costs and prepare budget recommendations
• Maintain in-depth understanding of program provisions
  

What You Bring:

• Previous experience in the operations and administration of defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans
• Undergraduate degree in Commerce/Business, Human Resources, or other closely related field
• Previous experience in communicating retirement planning concepts to audiences of varying backgrounds and levels of familiarity
• Knowledge of retirement and savings programs (i.e. LIRA, RESP, RRSP, TSFA, etc.) and how they can be used to help employees improve their financial wellness
• Working knowledge of legislation and government programs with respect to defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans
• Experience working with external service providers and managing working relationships in a professional manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills with natural curiosity and desire to understand complex concepts
• Exceptional customer focus with strong professional acumen
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Dedicated team player, who demonstrates a high degree of initiative, independence, and personal accountability
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office and proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Having completed, or working towards completing, a professional designation within a related field is an asset
  
  

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.  

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