What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pension Refund Analyst position at LaSalle Network?
LaSalle Network is partnering with a non-profit in Chicago, IL who is hiring a Refund Pension Analyst to support a high-volume pension operations team during a critical period. This contract Refund Pension Analyst role is ideal for someone who thrives in detail-driven work, isn’t afraid to ask questions and can confidently flag discrepancies. With an urgent need and immediate impact, this role offers exposure to pension benefits processing, audits and cross-functional collaboration.
What’s the job?
Lauren Brennan
Team Lead, Accounting and Finance
LaSalle Network
#LNAF
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.
What’s the job?
- Review refund applications and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Calculate and process pension refunds and benefits in a timely manner
- Conduct peer reviews of Eligibility Reports, Control Reports and documentation
- Review disability applications and supporting materials
- Perform beneficiary research and distribute death benefit applications
- Audit returned documents for compliance with plan provisions
- Communicate with members and beneficiaries to resolve missing information
- Evaluate legal documents (trusts, estates, Powers of Attorney) and assess impact on benefits
- Partner with Member Services on escalated or complex cases
- Support internal and external audit teams
- Assist with special projects as needed
- Prior experience in pensions, benefits administration, auditing or financial analysis preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and error-detection abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong math, analytical and critical-thinking skills
- Strong research and documentation analysis skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables
- Bachelor’s degree required; benefits-related coursework preferred
- $25-30/hour compensation
- LaSalle Network offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for contract workers
- This position required being on-site in Chicago
Lauren Brennan
Team Lead, Accounting and Finance
LaSalle Network
#LNAF
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.
Salary : $25 - $30