Blue Ridge Associates Looking for ESOP Administrator (Remote) – $5,000 Sign on Bonus at Chicago, IL  Full Time

Blue Ridge ESOP Associates, the largest ESOP administration firm in the country, is seeking smart, driven, ambitious individuals to continue their ESOP career with us.  This position offers a clear path for those individuals seeking challenges and growth in their development. 
 
We are hiring fantastic ESOP Administrators. And offering a $5,000 sign on bonus.

The Role:
The ideal candidate must have a strong background in ESOP knowledge and be customer focused. As an ESOP Administrator, you will be responsible for all aspects of engagement management, including recordkeeping, compliance testing, distributions, and regulatory reporting. We strongly promote work-life balance with our remote option or on-site at one of our office locations in Charlottesville, VA, Columbus, MD, Pasadena, CA, Columbus, OH, Westchester, IL. or Maple Grove, MN We are the largest provider of ESOP Administration services in the country with over 1,500 ESOPs under management. We invite you to join our team!
 
Skills & Abilities:
•    Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, written and time management skills.
•    Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
•    Work independently and set priorities with minimal supervision while effectively managing a complex caseload.
•    Maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
•    Interpret documents and resolve technical problems.
•    Ability to work more than 40 hours per week during peak times.

Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Math or Economics
•    4+ years’ experience working specifically on ESOP administration including ESOP related compliance testing such as 409(p) testing
•    Possess or working towards QPA or QKA certification highly desirable
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and advanced level Excel skills
 
Benefits:
We offer challenging work, a competitive salary, and an outstanding opportunity for career growth for the right candidate. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA with company contribution, 401(k) with company match, maternity/paternity benefits, paid time off and education/association dues assistance.

We work hard, but we also have fun. As a Blue Ridge employee, you will be a part of a company that supports charitable activities through fundraising and volunteer work. You’ll enjoy working in a collaborative team, with a healthy work-life balance, competitive salary, and annual performance bonuses. In addition, we celebrate our successes, and you’ll have opportunities to shine by joining one of our committees: teambuilding, communications, newsletter, picnic and charitable action, or by volunteering for a special project that calls your name. Come join us at one of our offices (Charlottesville, VA, Columbia, MD, Pasadena, CA, Columbus, OH, Westchester, IL or Maple Grove MN), or you can choose to work 100% remotely.

Don’t miss this opportunity to become a part of our dynamic, growing organization!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Must be authorized to work in the US.