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401GO

401(k) ERISA Compliance Support

Sandy, UT

Job Type: Full-time Pay: Salary What You'll Be Doing * Provide support to customers and internal ... QKA, APA, or other retirement industry certifications preferred but not required. * Experience with ...

401GO

Regional Relationship Manager

Sandy, UT · On-site +1

Role: Regional Relationship Manager Job Type: Full-time Location: Hybrid / Remote / Flexible ... Financial and/or Retirement designations ideal (AIF, CFP, QKA, CPRC, QKC) Why 401GO? At 401GO, w ...

Milliman

DC Compliance Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$59K - $109K/yr

QKA certification * Previous experience manually performing nondiscrimination testing (ADP/ACP ... Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO ...

NBT Bank

Relationship Manager - EPIC

Saint Louis, MO

$74K - $115K/yr

ASPAA Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) or other industry certifications preferred ... Benefits for Full-Time Employees: * Generous Paid Time Off : At least 22 days annually, prorated in ...

NBT Bank

Relationship Manager - EPIC

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$74K - $115K/yr

ASPAA Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) or other industry certifications preferred ... Benefits for Full-Time Employees: * Generous Paid Time Off : At least 22 days annually, prorated in ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time qka in the United States is $69,581.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Full Time 401(k) Administrators (QKA) often encounter challenges such as staying updated with changing retirement plan regulations, managing complex compliance testing, and balancing the needs of multiple clients or plans. To manage these, it’s important to stay current with industry training and updates, maintain organized records, and use robust plan administration software. Collaborating closely with plan sponsors, financial advisors, and legal professionals also helps ensure smooth plan operations and compliance.

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Full Time QKAs are professionals who hold the Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) designation and work in a full-time capacity. They specialize in the administration of 401(k) and other retirement plans, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and assisting employers with plan management. QKAs typically work for third-party administrators, consulting firms, or within human resources departments. Their responsibilities include processing contributions, handling distributions, preparing required filings, and communicating plan rules to clients and participants. Full-time QKAs play a crucial role in helping organizations manage their retirement plans efficiently and in compliance with legal standards.
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401(k) ERISA Compliance Support

401(k) ERISA Compliance Support

401GO

Sandy, UT

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

401(k) ERISA Compliance Support

401GO is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused 401(k) ERISA Compliance Support professional to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with experience in retirement plan administration who enjoys supporting compliance processes, assisting clients, and collaborating across teams to ensure retirement plans remain compliant and well-managed.

While we prefer a Utah-based candidate, we are open to considering qualified applicants from across the United States.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Salary

What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide support to customers and internal teams regarding 401(k) compliance and administration matters.
  • Assist with annual compliance reviews and testing processes, including ADP/ACP, Top Heavy, 410(b), coverage testing, and related requirements.
  • Review and interpret plan documents, including adoption agreements, Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs), notices, disclosures, and plan amendments.
  • Support compliance corrections and operational issue resolution under the guidance of senior compliance personnel.
  • Assist with 401(k) plan conversions and transfers from other recordkeepers and providers.
  • Work closely with Client Success, Operations, and Implementation teams to address customer questions and compliance-related concerns.
  • Prepare compliance-related reports, documentation, notices, and client communications.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance tasks are completed timely and accurately.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and efficiencies while maintaining compliance standards.
  • Stay informed on ERISA, IRS, and Department of Labor regulations impacting qualified retirement plans.

What You Bring
  • 2+ years of experience in 401(k), retirement plan administration, benefits administration, payroll, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of ERISA, IRS, and Department of Labor regulations affecting retirement plans.
  • Familiarity with nondiscrimination testing concepts and compliance requirements.
  • Experience reviewing and interpreting retirement plan documents.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new systems and technology.
  • A collaborative mindset with a willingness to support teammates and contribute to company success.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting annual compliance testing and correction processes.
  • QKA, APA, or other retirement industry certifications preferred but not required.
  • Experience with retirement plan conversions and implementation projects.
  • Prior startup, SaaS, fintech, payroll, or retirement industry experience.
  • Familiarity with payroll integrations and payroll systems.
  • Experience working directly with clients or customer-facing teams.
  • Familiarity with the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology.

Why 401GO?
At 401GO, we’re not just changing retirement—we’re reinventing it. As a fast-growing fintech start-up, we’ve built the world’s most advanced, fully automated retirement platform to help hard-working Americans take control of their future. Here, innovation moves fast, ideas matter, and your work makes a real impact. You’ll enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment where great people do their best work together, backed by competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and be part of something big, 401GO is the place to grow your career.


What We Offer
  • A standout 401(k) plan (naturally!).
  • Generous stock options—share in our growth and success.
  • Flexible work environment—choose where you’re most productive.
  • Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Flexible hours—because great work doesn’t always happen 9–5.
  • Plenty of PTO—we value work-life balance.
  • A fully stocked kitchen when you’re in the office.


At 401GO, we invest in our people just as much as we invest in helping Americans secure their financial future.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a working environment that provides qualified employees and applicants with equal employment opportunity on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender identification and/or gender nonconformity) sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.



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