[Remote] IRA Customer Service Specialist II, Trust Services

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ascensus is a leading provider of retirement plan services and is seeking an IRA Customer Service Specialist II to deliver exceptional customer service. This role involves providing advanced support to Financial Advisors, Employers, and IRA Owners, assisting with IRA plan setups, transaction processing, and ensuring compliance with IRA regulations.ResponsibilitiesProvide advanced technical and operational assistance to IRA customersProvide sales support to Financial Advisors including assistance with the IRA onboarding websiteWork with Financial Advisors to set up new SEP or SIMPLE IRA plansPerform support functions for IRA OwnersPerform support functions for EmployersInteract directly with customers, answering questions and offer guidance regarding IRA accounts as well as the regulations surrounding themInput new plan information in the system and assist Employers with the onboarding processData input and verification of all customer information pertaining to the initial applicationPerform a variety of tasks related to opening, maintaining and closing out IRA accountsTake initiative to continuously develop skills and industry knowledge to enhance the value of all customer interactionsRecommend and implement continuous improvements to back office processes identified through daily interaction with customers and internal operations teamsMonitor reports and fix processing errors as they ariseAct as a subject matter expert for others in the IRA department as well as other departments in AscensusPerform other duties and special projects as assignedCreation of Adhoc reportsSkillsA minimum of 2 years retirement services industry experienceCommunication Skills - Communicates with peers, colleagues (including leadership), and clients on a regular basis and periodically with partners. Demonstrates ability to confidently explain and/or document complex processes in a clear and easy to understand manner. Required to influence and gain cooperation from others (including clients/partners)Technical Knowledge - Moderate ERISA knowledge or job specific technical knowledge regarding abandoned plan regulations. Demonstrates technical expertise in more than one area within Operations and has functional knowledge of other areas within OperationsProblem Solving - Identifies and solves complex problems for a variety of processes with no clear resolution. Consistently takes ownership of problems. Able to effectively document/explain solutionDetail Oriented Vs. Big Picture - Generally focuses and understands details on specific tasks while understanding to a limited extent the identified implications to the entire process associated with the taskConflict Resolution - Addresses conflicts within team (direct circle of influence) related to tasks/processes for which they have direct ownershipTraining/Mentoring - Considered a subject matter expert (SME) that is looked upon as a resource by multiple departments. Understands process flows related to their department in depth and can effectively communicate themRisk Taking/Decision Making - Independently makes decisions on participant or plan level transactions and recognizes new 'outside the box' situations and escalates those appropriatelyPlanning/Organizing - Generally plans 1-2 days in advance in order to meet specific tasks as defined. Generally planning for self only and vacation back-up as needed. Organized so that specific items can consistently be retrieved quicklyTime Management/Prioritization - Works most efficiently with a pre-defined schedule or set of existing priorities, but able to be effectively flexible if a situation calls for it. Needs assistance dealing with conflicting priorities. Responsibility to manage own tasksWork Style - Works well independently on specific tasks. Requires some direction in more complicated or out of the box tasks. Able to develop and maintain rapport with others, demonstrates sensitivity and respect for othersInitiative/Work Ethic - Proactively sets daily responsibilities to ensure deliverables are met. Proactively seeks out opportunities for additional responsibilities. Regularly participates in organizational/departmental projects. Proactively seeks feedback, engages in training opportunities, and applies training to daily functions/tasksBachelor's degree in business preferredCompany OverviewAscensus delivers high-quality solutions for every segment of the retirement plan marketplace. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Dresher, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www2.ascensus.com/.