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MERS

Benefit Plan Coordinator

Lansing, MI

Benefit Plan Coordinator Strategic & External Affairs | MERS of Michigan Lansing, MI (Hybrid Work ... Preferred: background in employee benefits or retirement plans

Nextep

Benefit Plan Specialist

Norman, OK · On-site

Contributes to Nextep's benefit plan performance by performing plan analysis, making pricing ... employee benefits eligible population * Demonstrates general knowledge of HRIS Payroll Systems ...

Nextep

Benefit Plan Specialist

Norman, OK · On-site

Contributes to Nextep's benefit plan performance by performing plan analysis, making pricing ... employee benefits eligible population * Demonstrates general knowledge of HRIS Payroll Systems ...

Hilbgroup

Employee Benefits Account Manager

Roseland, NJ · Hybrid

$65K - $75K/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 ...

Hilbgroup

Employee Benefits Account Manager

Uniondale, NY · Hybrid

$65K - $75K/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 ...

Ori-gen

Account Manager, Employee Benefits

Cypress, CA · On-site

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 Annually Account Manager, Employee Benefits Alliance 360 Insurance ... Assistclients with benefit plan design discussions and recommendations. * Educate clients on market ...

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Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) Senior Auditor

Brown Edwards

Charleston, WV • On-site

$60K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description
A Top 100 Firm, Brown Edwards provides assurance, tax, and business advisory services to a diverse clientele. With a firm-wide staff of approximately 450 professionals, our accounting firm is one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Virginia / West Virginia / Tennessee region. We support individuals and businesses ranging from small companies to large corporations. Our success is directly attributable to an unyielding commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work.
Core Values: Integrity : Community : Respect : Excellence : Transformative
We are seeking an Employee Benefit Plan Senior Auditor to join our team!
As an EBP Auditor, you will work under the direction of an engagement team leader and manage multiple engagements simultaneously. Partners, Directors, and Managers provide direction, training, and professional guidance as you grow your career with us.
What your day looks like:
  • Planning, directing, and completing audits.
  • Supervision of multiple Associates and Interns on engagements.
  • Preparation of financial statements.
  • Successfully manage multiple tasks for multiple clients simultaneously.
  • Work closely with Partners, Directors, Managers, and Staff.
  • Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve audit-related matters, and make recommendations for operational or internal control improvements.
  • Apply your comprehensive understanding of Employee Benefit Plans, processes, and business objectives on engagements.

What you need for this role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • CPA designation strongly preferred.
  • Experience auditing a variety of benefit plans required.
  • Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including familiarity with US GAAP and GAAS.
  • Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
  • Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • ProSystems, Engagement or other related software experience preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills, project management skills, and strong attention to detail.
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe.
  • Willing to stay up to date through continuing education and continuous reading of professional journals.
  • Involved in community/business associations.

What you can expect from us:
  • Full benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA options, STD/LTD, Firm-paid Life Insurance, and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident coverages.
  • 401K Profit Sharing Plan with Pre-tax and Roth deferral options and employer match.
  • Competitive compensation and annual merit considerations.
  • Annual and engagement-based performance assessments.
  • Firm-wide Peer Recognition and Rewards platform to support our culture of year-round positive feedback and communication.
  • Flexible working options with generous PTO.
  • "Dress for Your Day" policy.
  • Whether you aspire to pass the CPA exam or pursue an additional designation, we offer educational support and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs to help you achieve your goals!
  • Participation in professional and civic organizations is encouraged! Brown Edwards is proud to be deeply involved in many charitable organizations that give back to our communities. We even offer reimbursements for some membership dues.
  • Collaborative work groups or "niches" provide opportunity to work closely with Partners and Directors, allowing you to learn, grow, and build your career.

Pay Rate:
$60,000.00-$95,000.00
Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, credentials, demonstrated skills, performance, and business need.
Brown Edwards provides equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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