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 leadership experience
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of the Pension Accounting/Contract department
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance in accounting and contract review
  • Review and approve labor agreements and addendums
  • Communicate with unions and employers on contract and accounting issues
  • Analyze data to prepare reports for performance tracking
  • Support the development of departmental policies and system enhancements
  • Coordinate updates and documentation for accounting systems.

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Optional health flex spending and dependent care assistance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Generous 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Focus on 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 detail
  • 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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