Charter Impact

Senior Benefits & Retirement Specialist

Northridge, California · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 300 days ago

AccountingExcelHRResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Ideal candidates will be highly motivated professionals who are committed to supporting the team in an environment of growth and change.
This role serves as the primary liaison between Charter Impact's clients, CalSTRS, CalPERS, and County Offices of Education, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting.
This position is remote to candidates based in AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, NV, OR, SD, TX, UT and/or WA.

Monitor and manage CalSTRS and CROWE audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
Manage open enrollment processes for clients, including rate updates, employee enrollments, terminations, and plan changes.

High school diploma required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate/advanced level required).
Ability to analyze data, solve non-routine problems, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Charter Impact strives to be an employer of choice for highly motivated and mission-driven professionals.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, human resources, or a related field preferred.
Experience in payroll processing systems such as Paycor, ADP, UKG, Paylocity, Frontline, or Paychex is a plus
Experience with Sage Intacct / Abila Non-Profit Accounting is a plus
Knowledge of non-profit and charter school payroll compliance is a plus

Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match-and much more!
Generous paid time off: Receive 11 paid company holidays and a winter break from Christmas Day through New Year's Day.
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Earn a bonus for successful referrals.
Additionally, this position collaborates with the Payroll team to support client needs, update employee records, and streamline benefits and retirement processes to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Act as the primary liaison for clients with County Offices of Education, CalSTRS (California State Teachers' Retirement System) and CalPERS (California Public Employees' Retirement System).
Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all retirement plans and ensure compliance with STRS and PERS regulations.
Audit, process, reconcile, and correct STRS, PERS, and benefit contributions, collaborating with the Payroll and Accounting teams to ensure accuracy.
Upload F496 files to SEW, correct errors in Macro text files, and submit required reports to CalSTRS and County Offices of Education.
Enter and update new benefit rates and plan information in the system, ensuring accuracy before open enrollment.
Assist clients and employees with benefits-related inquiries, including eligibility, enrollments, and coverage options.
Work closely with Payroll and HR teams to ensure seamless benefits deductions and compliance with benefits regulations.

Charter Impact empowers mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals through personalized support in finance, operations, and business management.
We accomplish this through enthusiastic collaboration within our team and with our clients to support their communities.
We are a remote first company growing on a national scale and are continuously seeking qualified candidates to join us.
Role Summary: The Senior Benefits & Retirement Specialist is responsible for overseeing all retirement-related functions for STRS and PERS, while also managing benefits administration processes such as open enrollment, rate updates, and employee enrollments.
Respond to escalated STRS and PERS issues, interpreting and applying relevant laws, rules, and policies to resolve reporting discrepancies.
Enter and update CalPERS contributions in the CalPERS system as applicable.

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