Management Project

ALLAN T. COOPER, CEBS allan.cooper@ comcast.net

* **** ***** **** **** / Erdenheim, PA 19038 / 215-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Obtain a position within human resource or pension consulting that will

utilize my skill sets, experience and education.

EDUCATION

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, May 1995

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist, November 1998

Towers Perrin Professional Development Courses, Philadelphia, PA, October

2000-August 2004

Valuation Fundamentals Intermediate Access Basic

Retiree Welfare

Accounting Basics Intermediate Excel

Intermediate Retiree Welfare

Intermediate Funding & Expense Reasonableness Checking

Basic Valuation Skills

Compliance Asset Consulting

Government Forms

Project Management Cash Balance Plans

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Ranstad Staffing, Malvern, PA

(March 2007 - Present)

On Site Contractor for The Vanguard Group

Data Analyst (Implementation Services)

. Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of participant data in the

Vanguard benefit management system;

. Evaluate participant data against current functionality and identify data

issues that may impact the successful implementation of client

information;

. Utilize data management tools such as Excel, Access, Cognos Impromptu and

SQL to analyze data and produce queries and reports for clients and

management; and

. Consult with clients and managers to ensure the proper communication of

project status updates, timelines and any obstacles that may affect

future deliverables.

Sparkles Inc., Erdenheim, PA

(August 2004 - December 2006)

Partner (Sparkles Inc., Pennsylvania)

. Established and built new business for Sparkles Inc., Pennsylvania;

. Responsible for all services provided by Sparkles Inc., a property

maintenance company, which include asphalt maintenance, line striping,

and pressure washing;

. Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, and

business associates;

. Developed proposals and bids for potential business opportunities; and

. Effectively managed all aspects of projects, from initial proposal to

final payment.

Towers Perrin, Philadelphia, PA (October 2000-

August 2004)

Benefits Implementation Analyst (Technical Delivery) September 2003-August

2004

. Converted and implemented clients to a new benefits management system;

. Analyzed data and benefits using Excel, Access and organization tools to

ensure proper conversion;

. Knowledge expert for pension plan requirements, plan documents, and

benefit calculations; and

. Articulated functional requirements into technical specifications, then

translated those specifications into programming parameters for the new

benefits management system.

Actuarial Associate (Retirement Consulting) October 2000-September 2003

. Produced annual valuations and reports for ERISA, FAS87, and FAS106;

. Collected and reconcile data for valuation process and special projects;

. Set budgets, timelines, and work flows and provide results through

effective project management;

. Participated in special projects including mergers and acquisitions, plan

designs, and benefit strategies;

. Prepared and reviewed government filings such as Schedule B's, SSA's, and

PBGC Forms;

. Developed junior staff through coaching, task specific feedback, and on

the job training; and

. Used day to day contact with client, consultants, and team to build

strong, effective relationships.

The Gwynedd Company, Lansdale, PA (September 1999-October

2000)

Account Coordinator (Benefit Consulting)

. Consulting and administration on fifteen Defined Contribution Plans

in a daily valuation environment;

. Developed and maintained positive client relationships;

. Provided clients with guidance on IRS, Department of Labor, and ERISA

regulations;

. Filed IRS Form 5500 and 1099's; and

. Performed all non-discrimination and top-heavy testing.

Towers Perrin, Philadelphia, PA (March 1997-

September 1999)

Senior Benefit Specialist (Benefit Administration Services)

. Administration of both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution

Plans;

. Developed procedures, including an Access database, for a Defined

Benefit Plan termination;

. Implemented processing changes, participant communications, and

distribution procedures;

. Direct contact with client, trust, and actuaries;

. Completion and verification of benefit calculations; and

. Trained, monitored, and delegated responsibilities to junior staff.

American General Finance, Ocean City, NJ (November

1995-December 1996)

Financial Representative / Manager Trainee (Financial Services)

. Sold all branch products: loans, mortgages, and ancillary insurance;

. Filed and processed small claims suits including court appearances

and wage attachments;

. Performed personal credit history and background investigations; and

. Assisted in employment recruitment and selection.

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