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KPM CPAs, PC

Employee Benefit Plan Advisor

Springfield, MO · On-site

$49K - $62K/yr

KPM is seeking a client-based employee benefit plan administrator and advisor to join our team. At KPM, we understand how much work affects your life. That's why we're dedicated to making KPM one of ...

Hilbgroup

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Uniondale, NY · Hybrid

$140K - $170K/yr

Evaluate and develop employee benefit plan designs in alignment with strategic plan and goals for new and renewal commercial lines business. * Manage RFP preparation, plan and marketing strategy ...

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Infographic showing various Employee Benefit Plan job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,373 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Employee Benefit Plan Advisor

KPM CPAs, PC

Springfield, MO • On-site

$49K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

KPM is seeking a client-based employee benefit plan administrator and advisor to join our team.
At KPM, we understand how much work affects your life. That's why we're dedicated to making KPM one of the best places to work. We recognize our professionals are at their best when provided with the opportunity to experience a full family and personal life and a challenging and rewarding career with growth potential. KPM provides a range of professional development opportunities and makes mentorship a focus. We also provide a competitive salary and benefits package. See what makes us different. A career at KPM simply adds up.
The ideal candidate will have the skills necessary to expand the service line and help service our existing and growing client base.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies designed to expand KPM's retirement plan administration service line, including participation in relevant networking functions, such as conferences, events, etc.
  • Engage internal marketing for branding, standardization of client-facing documents, and overall marketing opportunities, including speaking engagements; present client and participant education opportunities in-person and virtually
  • Develop ongoing and time-relevant industry related content including upcoming regulatory topics and changes impacting retirement landscape and planning
  • Serve as a point-of-contact for employee questions regarding their plan; have a thorough understanding of each plan's individual documents and help ensure compliance with ERISA and other applicable rules & regulations
  • Administer daily retirement plan activities on behalf of client participants
  • Enroll employees in the plan, process contributions and coordinate with each plan's investment manager
  • Process participant distribution and hardship requests
  • Support plan compliance including mandatory action such as fee disclosure notices, qualified default investment choice, summary plan descriptions, etc.
  • Prepare IRS Form 5500, including working with third-party vendors as required to meet filing deadlines
  • Review and balance total contributions for all clients annually for non-discrimination testing
  • Other duties or projects as deemed necessary

Qualifications
  • 5+ years client-service/account manager experience
  • 5+ years 401(k) administration experience
  • Bachelors degree in business related field
  • Proven business development experience
  • Excellent verbal & presentation skills
  • Specialized knowledge of ERISA, IRS & DOL rules & regulations governing 401(k) plan administration
  • High level of adaptability & flexibility to meet the changing needs of the business
  • Attentive to details & strong follow-up skills
  • Ability to protect & maintain confidential information
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a client-based focus
  • Excellent written communication skills

Since 1966, KPM has served a variety of industries and clientele, providing accounting, audit, tax, and consulting services to help clients prosper. KPM is the largest locally owned accounting firm in Southwest Missouri and was recently again ranked one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work for and one of the top 20 firms in the Midwest by Accounting Today in addition to being a top 300 firm nationwide by INSIDE Public Accounting. The firm also is a member of the PrimeGlobal Alliance and has office locations in Springfield and Branson.
To learn more about KPM, visit kpmcpa.com.
KPM is an equal opportunity employer and employer decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or creed, disability, national origin, or any other protected status.

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