Operations Specialist, Retirements

Apex

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Apex Fintech Solutions provides brokerage infrastructure and clearing services to financial services companies, enabling them to deliver investing, trading, and retirement solutions to their customers. Industry: Financial Technology & Brokerage Infrastructure

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TL;DR · Operations Specialist, Retirements

Operations Specialist – Retirements The Operations Specialist – Retirements joins the Retirements team to manage the full lifecycle of retirement account operations for introducing broker-dealers. This role involves processing and monitoring IRA contributions, Roth conversions, rollovers, Required Minimum Distributions, and various plan distributions including 401(k) and SEP accounts. The specialist ensures all transactions comply with IRS contribution limits and eligibility requirements while managing tax reporting and filing via FIRE/IRIS systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include account maintenance, beneficiary updates, and providing customer support regarding distribution options and tax implications. Key skills required include proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and Claude AI. The role requires deep knowledge of Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, and FINRA/SEC guidelines to solve complex operational challenges and ensure regulatory compliance within the retirement services domain while identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk reduction.

What you'll do

  • Process and monitor IRA contributions, Roth conversions, rollovers, and required minimum distributions for various retirement accounts.
  • Ensure all transactions comply with IRS contribution limits, distribution rules, and eligibility requirements.
  • Prepare, review, and file year-end tax forms such as 1099-R and 5498 through FIRE/IRIS systems.
  • Manage account maintenance tasks including beneficiary updates, excess contribution corrections, and recharacterizations.
  • Resolve customer inquiries via phone and email regarding retirement rules, distribution options, and tax implications.
  • Monitor account activities to ensure compliance with IRC, ERISA, and FINRA/SEC regulations.
  • Identify and resolve reporting discrepancies and process necessary data corrections for IRS submissions.
  • Propose improvements to internal procedures to reduce risk and increase operational efficiency.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Proven track record in retirement plan administration, brokerage operations, or financial services operations.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in retirement account operations, brokerage operations, or financial services operations preferred.
  • Ability to pass the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam within 90 days and the FINRA Series 99 within one year.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
  • Knowledge of SQL, data organization, and Claude AI is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with IRS rules for retirement accounts, ERISA compliance, and FINRA/SEC guidelines.
  • Experience with tax reporting systems such as FIRE or IRIS is a plus.

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