About the job
Join us at Guidant Financial as a Retirement Plan Operations Specialist! This fully remote role allows you to work from the comfort of your home while being part of a reputable and thriving organization. Currently, we are hiring in select states across the U.S.: AZ, FL, GA, ID, KS, LA, MI, MN, NC, NE, TX, UT, VA, MO, OK.
Compensation for this position is $23.55 per hour, translating to an annual salary of $49,000.
We kindly ask that you apply for only one location per role. As a fully remote company, we post to multiple locations, and applying for more than one may lead to receiving several communications regarding the position.
Are you passionate about assisting entrepreneurs across the nation in turning their business dreams into reality?
For over 23 years, Guidant Financial has been dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering the growth of small businesses. To date, we have successfully distributed an impressive $5 billion in funding, helping to launch more than 30,000 businesses and creating nearly 100,000 jobs that strengthen the economy. We aim to inspire and empower you just as we do for the entrepreneurs we support, enabling you to make a significant impact on their success and your own career trajectory.
At Guidant, we believe in empowering our employees to make a real difference for our clients and their professional journeys. Our commitment to ownership is reflected in our daily work through accountability, innovative problem-solving, and diligent follow-through. We are on an exciting path towards becoming an ESOP company, further reinforcing our dedication to shared accountability and long-term prosperity.
Our Core Values
Adaptability: You thrive on embracing change and are always ready to seize opportunities while inspiring others.
Connection: Building meaningful relationships is central to your approach. Elevating others is your way of growing and empowering yourself.
Excellence: You seek challenges outside your comfort zone, consistently looking for ways to improve. Your insatiable curiosity drives your pursuit of excellence.
Role Overview
As a Retirement Plan Specialist at Guidant Financial, you will embark on a journey to learn the comprehensive process of administering, testing, and reporting on 401(k) plans. Through accelerated learning, in-depth training, and practical experience, you will quickly progress from document review to administering basic plans. Your responsibilities will include reviewing documents submitted by clients, proactively updating them on progress, and helping them understand the year-end reporting documents required for government filings, including the annual 5500 return.

