401k Compliance and Onboarding Specialist
Sequoia
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Tempe • Arizona • United States
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About the role
- Assist in the execution and validation of annual compliance testing (e.g., ADP/ACP, top-heavy coverage) to maintain plan integrity.
- Maintain and update plan documents to reflect regulatory changes and client amendments.
- Monitor plan operations for compliance with ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations.
- Support audit preparation and respond promptly to compliance inquiries.
- Lead and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new MEP clients, ensuring timely and accurate setup.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather required documentation and data.
- Develop and customize plan documents aligned with client objectives and regulatory standards.
- Educate clients on plan features, responsibilities, and key timelines to ensure understanding and compliance.
Requirements
- QKA certification required (or actively pursuing)
- 3+ years of experience in 401(k) plan administration, preferably within a MEP structure
- Strong knowledge of plan document creation and maintenance
- Proven experience with annual compliance testing and regulatory reporting
- Ability to interpret complex regulations and apply them in practical scenarios
- Excellent communication and organizational, and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis for compliance testing
- Experience with recordkeeping platforms and compliance software
- Familiarity with client onboarding workflows and CRM tools
- Experience with MEP-specific compliance challenges
- Project management skills for coordinating onboarding and compliance tasks
Benefits
- competitive compensation including base salary
- performance-based bonus programs
- comprehensive benefits package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
401(k) plan administrationannual compliance testingplan document creationregulatory reportingdata analysiscompliance softwarerecordkeeping platformsproject managementclient onboarding workflows
Soft skills
communicationorganizational skillstime-managementability to manage multiple prioritiescross-functional collaboration
Certifications
QKA certification