Northwest Administrators, Inc.

Assistant Manager - Pension Accounting & Contract Review (On-Site)

Northwest Administrators, Inc.$87K — $118K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2-3+ years of experience in a leadership role
  • Strong detail orientation and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

Responsibilities

  • Supervise departmental operations and lead staff development
  • Ensure compliance and accuracy in accounting and contract reviews
  • Review labor agreements and contracts for adherence to guidelines
  • Coordinate communication between Local Unions and Employers
  • Analyze data and prepare performance supporting reports
  • Implement departmental policies and enhance systems
  • Assist senior leadership with special projects

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Flexible spending options for health and dependent care
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Generous 401(k) plan with contributions and matching
  • Encouragement of work-life balance
Full Job Description
The Assistant Manager, Pension Accounting & Contract Review supports the leadership and operations of our Pension Accounting/Contract department. You'll oversee daily departmental functions, lead and develop staff, and ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in accounting processes and contract review activities. This position plays a key leadership role in driving operational excellence, supporting strategic initiatives, and serving as a liaison with internal teams, employers, and union representatives.
  • Supervise departmental operations, including oversight of Supervisors and Staff Assistants.
  • Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in accounting functions and contract review processes.
  • Review and approve labor agreements, extension agreements, and addendums for compliance.
  • Communicate with Local Unions and Employers to resolve contract and accounting issues.
  • Analyze data and prepare reports to support performance tracking and decision-making.
  • Support the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and system enhancements.
  • Coordinate system updates, releases, and procedural documentation.
  • Assist senior leadership with special projects and strategic initiatives.
  • Perform departmental payroll and other related administrative duties.

Who you are...
  • Collaborative Partner. Builds strong relationships and works effectively across teams
  • Detail-Oriented Problem Solver. Brings a high level of accuracy, critical thinking, and attention to
  • Educated. Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Effective Communicator. Demonstrates clear, professional written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Experienced Leader. Proven track record of leading teams 2-3+year of experience required
  • Highly Organized. Excels at prioritizing work, managing time and multiple responsibilities


If hired, you can expect...
  • Salary range of $7,289 - $9,861 per month (pay dependent on experience & qualifications)
  • Excellent Medical, Dental (w/Orthodontia), Vision, Rx benefits, disability, life insurance
  • Optional benefits: include health flex spending, dependent care assistance & pet insurance
  • Paid Vacation (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days) and Holidays (10 days)
  • Generous 401(k) plan with company base contribution & match
  • Work-Life Balance


About Northwest Administrators, Inc.

Northwest Administrators, Inc. is a third-party administrator that provides pension and health and welfare benefit plan administration services. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Northwest Administrators serves a variety of clients, including multi-employer trust funds, corporations, and government entities. The company's services include plan design, recordkeeping, compliance, and participant communication. Northwest Administrators is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective benefit plan administration services to its clients.
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