Lead Business System Specialist - Retirement Plans

This position assists and contributes to the design, development, and deployment of business systems to meet our Retirement Plans division goals and objectives. Develop and utilize a deep understanding of how various retirement plans systems communicate and share data with each other. Act as team subject matter expert on issues relating to report generation and reporting issue trouble shooting. Work with external vendors on certain systems, and work with internal IT group on internal proprietary applications.

Position Location:

• This position is remote and does not require regular in-office presence.

What you do:

• Works with Center of Excellence/Expertise teams to implement and effectively utilize systems.
• Represents the business team in all meetings (I.e. sprint planning, steering team, etc).
• Submits tickets for work needed to execute strategies.
• Develops and submits requirements for enhancements.
• Works with leaders to meet their needs and troubleshoot issues relating to systems; develops solutions to best utilize systems in the organization.
• Performs required system testing and other requirements in the center of excellence/expertise process.
• Provides training and answers any ad hoc questions.
• Troubleshoot system and software issues across multiple platforms.
• Works closely with IT Support team on escalations with proprietary software and systems.
• Manages complex processes and projects on reoccurring basis (i.e. monthly/quarterly reporting)
• Works closely with Payroll team on integrations.
• Monitors daily exception reporting to research and resolve issues across platforms.
• Reviews system setups for accuracy

What you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 3-5 years related retirement plan and business system analyst experience required
• Experience working with Relius Administration (FIS) system or Omni preferred
• SQL Experience preferred
• Experience with Crystal Reports, PowerBI, Salesforce, and/or STATA or some combination of all strongly preferred

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.