Compliance Analyst

Description

Where Expertise Meets Purpose-Driven Impact

Build your career while helping people build a stronger financial future.

At Blue Ridge Associates, the work we do has a meaningful impact. We help companies provide retirement and employee ownership benefits that give people the opportunity to build wealth, plan for the future, and take greater ownership of their financial lives.

Through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Administration and Retirement Plan Services (RPS), we combine deep technical expertise with a genuine commitment to our clients and the people they serve. Our team supports companies across the country with complex retirement plan administration, compliance, and consulting services—helping make these important benefits work better for employers and their employees.

What makes Blue Ridge special is our people. We’re a team of professionals who value collaboration, expertise, continuous improvement, and doing work that matters. Whether working remotely or from one of our offices, our employees work together to solve complex problems, support our clients, and make a difference in the financial futures of millions of participants.

About Blue Ridge Associates

Blue Ridge Associates is a leading professional services firm specializing in third-party administration of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and retirement plans, including 401(k), 403(b), cash balance, pension, and other qualified retirement plans.

Our client base spans the country, while our teams are located internationally across seven offices in the United States and two offices abroad, including Charlottesville, VA; Columbia, MD; Columbus, OH; Monrovia, CA; Riverside, CA; Maple Grove, MN; and Baxter, MN, as well as remote locations.

At Blue Ridge, you’ll have the opportunity to build your expertise, collaborate with talented professionals, and be part of a growing organization whose work helps people build financial security and share in the success of the companies they work for.

Join us in doing work that matters.

That’s Where You Come in as a Compliance Analyst

The Compliance Analyst provides support for retirement plan compliance projects by assisting with audits, regulatory filings, compliance testing, correction initiatives, plan document reviews, and analysis of plans.  The Analyst ensures plans are administered in accordance with applicable IRS, Department of Labor, and ERISA requirements while maintaining high standards of accuracy, documentation, and client service.

A Compliance Analyst will provide technical document support in the following areas: 

Compliance Administration & Technical Support

· Complete compliance projects for qualified defined contribution (DC) and defined benefit (DB) retirement plans.

· Support audits, plan corrections, compliance testing, plan document reviews, Form 5500 preparation, and plan merger review and analysis. 

· Research and respond to compliance helpdesk inquiries and other technical questions from teams across Blue Ridge, escalating complex or uncertain matters as appropriate.

Plan Document & Regulatory Review

· Assist with the review and quality control of plan documents for new business, amendments, restatements, and other assigned document projects, as needed.

· Review plan provisions, participant data, administrative records, and regulatory guidance to identify issues and support accurate compliance conclusions.

· Assist with quality control and validation of compliance-related deliverables.

Research & Regulatory Monitoring

· Maintain a detailed working understanding of the rules applicable to the types of retirement plans Blue Ridge administers and consults on.

· Research new legislation, regulations, and industry developments affecting retirement plans.

· Assist in communicating regulatory changes and associated business impacts to internal teams.

Training & Knowledge Sharing

· Create, review, and edit internal, client-facing, and marketing materials for technical accuracy, clarity, and grammar.

· Support the delivery of training to internal stakeholders.

· Share industry best practices and technical updates with the team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Compliance, Operations, Document Services, and other internal teams to resolve questions and ensure consistent administration practices.

· Attend and participate in team, project, client, and cross-functional meetings as requested.

Documentation & Communication

· Monitor assigned work, communicate status and potential delays, meet established deadlines, and maintain complete and accurate documentation.

· Create, review, and edit internal and client-facing materials for technical accuracy and clarity.

· Maintain detailed project documentation and compliance records.

· Provide regular communication regarding project status, findings, and recommendations.

Requirements

What We’re Looking for in a Compliance Analyst: 

The ideal Compliance Analyst will be:

· Detail-oriented

· Research-focused

· Organized

· Capable of managing deadlines and priorities

· A clear and professional communicator

· A collaborative and supportive team member

Compliance Analyst Requirements:

· 3-7 years of related experience in retirement plan administration, compliance, financial services, accounting, legal services, or a comparable analytical environment.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

· Associate's or bachelor's degree. Equivalent skills and industry experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

· Experience working with qualified retirement plans, plan documents, regulatory research, data analysis, or technical client service is helpful but not required.

· Experience in a TPA environment in the retirement plan services industry

· Industry designation or demonstrated progress toward a relevant credential preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve business objectives. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here as a Compliance Analyst:

You’ll join a company that values hard work, supports each other, and believes in doing work that matters.

We offer:

· Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)

· 401(k) with company match + HSA with company contribution

· Generous PTO for parental leave, vacation, and holiday time

· Support for certifications, association dues, and professional development

· A collaborative and inclusive company culture: happy hours, social events, employee-led committees, and volunteer opportunities

Join Us as We Build Wealth for Generations

Everything we do is driven by our vision. We see a future where more people achieve financial independence, enjoy meaningful retirement, and leave a legacy.

We live by our values every day:

· Precision – Accurate records, timely and error-free service

· Efficacy – Ensuring compliance and guiding clients toward retirement readiness

· Advocacy – Supporting regulatory changes that benefit employers and employees

· Collaboration – Trusted partners to clients, advisors, and teammates

· Excellence – Proactive, personalized, high-touch service in all we do

Compensation

Blue Ridge is committed to equal pay and pay transparency. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $70,000 - $100,000 annually.  This range represents the anticipated pay for this role across multiple U.S. labor markets and is intended as a general guideline.

This is more than a job. It’s your opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping others build financial security for life.

Apply now and make a career out of making a difference!