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Bilsland Griffith Benefit Administrators is a third party pension and benefit plan administrator based in Burnaby. We work closely with the members and Trustees of negotiated cost pension and benefits plans in delivering superior member service and accurate plan information.Our clients, the trustees of health and welfare trusts, defined benefit and defined contribution plans, value our breadth of experience and attention to detail and service in administering their plans.Our team is made up of pension and benefit administrators, data analysts, accountants, support staff and consultants, focusing on making sure that plan members understand the benefits that have been negotiated on their behalf.Pension and Benefit AdministratorWe have an opportunity for an experienced pension administrator with a strong mathematical aptitude and the ability to understand and apply detailed pension plan provisions.Additionally, the role requires strong customer service skills as the successful candidate will deal directly with plan members in person and over the phone.Intermediate Excel skills are required, along with strong math skills and an analytical aptitude.Responsibilities will include:Plan Member ServiceAnswer calls and respond to emails / written mail from Plan members regarding pension eligibility and provisionsCalculate/prepare termination and retirement packages and perform follow up on correspondence sent.Prepare payment authorizations for terminated and retired members.Calculate pension entitlement on death of a member and prepare death benefit payment instructions.Perform marriage breakdown calculations.Assist in preparation and drafting of member communications including annual member pension statements, newsletters and Plan booklets.Seek to identify areas where service to clients could be improved.Records ManagementMaintain records for members, updating information as required.Review member records to ensure up to date information is in place and to confirm authenticity of caller.Notify all related service providers of any information changes.Competencies and Skills:Work ExperiencePost-secondary education or formal training in pension and benefits administration, mathematics and or analytics.At least 2 years of previous pension administration and customer service experience, preferably within a finance, pension, and/or analytics work environment.What We Offer:Competitive Compensation PackageBonus program that rewards performance and contributions to the companys successFlexible Work ArrangementSpend 4 days per week working in our office in British Columbia, fostering collaboration and teamwork.Enjoy 1 day of remote work per week, providing flexibility and work-life balance.Opportunity to work with experienced professionals in a specialized field.Continuous learning and growth opportunities within the company.Collaborative and supportive work environment.Focus on work-life balance and career satisfaction.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced math and analytical skills.Demonstrated organizational skills to effectively prioritize workload and meet deadlines.Effective interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion.Working knowledge of basic record keeping and bookkeeping/accounting procedures.Intermediate skills using a variety of computerized software packages such as Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), related databases and Internet.Our office is centrally located near the Brentwood Sky Train station for an easy commute from around the Lower Mainland. The successful candidate will be provided with a competitive salary, benefits and vacation package, along with opportunity for continuous growth within their career.The salary range for the successful candidate is $50,000 to $70,000, plus a generous bonus and competitive benefits package/RRSP plan.Bilsland Griffith offers continuous growth and supports employees personal and professional development.Interested applicants should provide a letter, stating experience, interest in the company and position, along with salary expectations and resume to: careers@bgbenefitsadmin.com.We thank everyone for their interest in this role at Bilsland Griffith Benefit Administrators.Only the most suitable candidates will be contacted.