National Contribution Technician

Job Title: National Contribution Technician (TERM) Grade: TS-5 Purpose: This position is responsible for posting and balancing all incoming contributions and reports for SEIU Benefit Funds Office. This position handles sensitive and confidential information. Primary Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.) Receives, processes and reconciles contribution remittances. Receives contributions deposited by Accounting and bank Reviews, reconciles and records employer data Tracks and notes any discrepancy found Contacts employer if warranted for additional information needed Records batch/batches in log Gives batch/batches to position maintaining control log Assists in clerical function of SEIU Benefit Funds Collections Department Monthly mailings of reports and letters Monthly mailing of census and beneficiary cards Filing of correspondence received, closed reports, etc (electronic and paper) Scanning of delinquency letters Monitors and resolves issues related to contributions received with and without approved CBA Provides information requested by fund consultants, as directed by management. Assists outside consultants (attorneys, auditors, actuaries, etc) in providing requested information requested through Collection Manager or management Acts as liaison between Collections and Benefits Processing to ensure participants contributions are accurate Assists the Benefits Processing and Payroll Review in verification of accurate contributions for participants Assists the Payroll Review in resolving outstanding audit issues Collaborates with the Payroll Review to resolve outstanding audit issues Assists Payroll Review in resolving outstanding audit issues Maintains participant and beneficiary census data Prepares and coordinates reports for Trustees Meetings Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission. National Contribution Technician (TERM) Direction and Decision Making: This position reports to the Contributions Compliance Manager. Education and Experience: Associates degree from an accredited college or university with coursework including business administration and advanced math or other related coursework and two (2) years of experience in a multi-employer pension environment. Equivalency: High school or GED, one (1) year of college coursework including business administration and advanced math and three (3) years of experience in a multi- employer pension environment. Or, a combination or education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to analyze, interpret, apply and communicate ERISA, DOL and IRS Regulations as related to the Plans Ability to analyze, interpret, apply and communicate plan language Ability to create and maintain confidentiality of information Ability to perform detailed calculations with accuracy in an efficient manner Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to think critically and produce sound, logical conclusions Ability to perform data entry functions Ability to work efficiently and effectively in demanding environment Ability to handle sensitive situations in calm respectful manner Ability to handle multiple projects, meet established deadlines and adapt to an ever changing environment for the purpose of accomplishing results Ability to organize work/tasks to provide for systematic and efficient processes Ability to produce work accurately and thoroughly Ability to maintain flexible attitude and approach toward assignments while actively participating and supporting a team environment Proficient in the use of personal computers using accounting, database, and spreadsheet software or other SEIU Benefit Funds Office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, in the performance of record keeping Test Certifications: Excel (Intermediate); Word (Basic) Physical Requirements: Work is generally performed in an office setting. Overtime required as necessary Probationary Period: Sixteen (16) calendar weeks