Jose Martinez, ASA, EA, MAAA

Enrolled Actuary | Defined Benefit & Cash Balance Plan Specialist for Small to Mid-Sized Companies

Greater Chicago Area

About

I’m an Enrolled Actuary specializing in Defined Benefit and Cash Balance plans for small to mid-sized companies. I help ensure these plans are designed, maintained, and administered efficiently while navigating complex retirement plan regulations. I provide comprehensive administration support across the entire lifecycle of a retirement plan, from design to termination.

Experience

  • Enrolled Actuary at Associated Pension Consultants
    Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Serve as an Enrolled Actuary focused on the design and ongoing management of defined benefit and cash balance plans. Responsible for plan design, contribution calculations, and overseeing all aspects of plan administration, from annual valuations and compliance filings to distributions, amendments, and plan terminations. Work closely with consultants to support client engagements, providing technical expertise and ensuring plans are structured and maintained effectively.

  • Alliance Pension Consultants, LLC (7 yrs 11 mos)
    • Consulting Actuary
      Jun 2021 - Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      Worked directly with clients as a retirement plan consultant, guiding business owners and advisors through all aspects of defined benefit plan administration. Focused on translating complex actuarial and regulatory concepts into clear, practical guidance, helping clients make informed decisions about their retirement plans. Gained hands-on experience on A-Z plan administration.

    • Actuary
      Jan 2018 - Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 6 mos

    • Actuarial Analyst
      Aug 2016 - Jan 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Actuarial Analyst at Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company
    Oct 2013 - Jul 2016 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    Worked on large public pension systems analyzing funding, long-term obligations, and plan sustainability. Experience built a strong foundation in retirement plan design, risk management, and helping organizations meet long-term benefit commitments.

  • Agent Assistant at State Farm Insurance
    Jun 2013 - Oct 2013 · 5 mos

  • Teacher Assistant at Eyes on the Future Child Development Center
    May 2012 - Aug 2012 · 4 mos