Non-Qualified Plan Administrator (Contract Talent)

Who We Are Robert Half, one of FORTUNEu2019s Worldu2019s Most Admired Companies and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is hiring a Non-Qualified Plan Administrator to join the Savings Plans department. This individual will support the administration of Deferred Compensation plans (409A) and 401(k) plans. The role includes, among other responsibilities, verifying and confirming deferred compensation distribution amounts for payroll processing and disbursements, maintaining and updating employee demographic data, ensuring adherence to administrative policies and IRS regulatory requirements, supporting 401(k) plan audits and compliance activities, and communicating plan rules to participants and partners. What You'll Do + Administer Deferred Compensation distribution payments to ensure accurate disbursement amounts, in accordance with the established schedule, participant distribution events such as vesting, scheduled distributions, separation of service, death, and domestic relations orders (DRO). + Assist with Employer Discretionary allocation reviews of the non-qualified plans, including developing and communicating project timelines, delivering final allocation data, processing contribution wire deposits, and drafting participant communications. + Maintain and update non-qualified plan brochures and internal reference materials. + Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve data discrepancies, file transmission errors (inbound/outbound), and gaps between vendor recordkeeping systems and payroll records. + Respond to participant inquiries regarding plan-related topics, including eligibility, contribution details, distribution payments, and vesting calculations. + Assist team members in compiling and analyzing year-end Compensation data from multiple payroll systems to determine which employee is qualified as Highly Compensated Employees (HCEs). + Assist team members in collecting and submitting the required 401(k) Non-Discrimination testing data as requested by the plan recordkeeper. + Contribute to team initiatives and special projects as assigned. + Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and data accuracy. What You'll Need + 4+ year college degree preferred. + 4+ years' experience administering non-qualified deferred compensation plans (409 A) and 3+ years 401(k) experience preferred. + Proficient in interpreting 409(a) and 401(k) regulations and plan rules, and applying them to operational processes, while clearly communicating requirements to participants and clients. + Solid foundation in accounting to support accurate analysis, informed decision-making, and the reconciliation of audit and contribution discrepancies. + Intermediate user of Microsoft Word and Excel, skilled in functions, formulas, and data management; working knowledge of Fidelity (PSW), Workday, and PeopleSoft. + Excellent verbal and written communication. + Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. The typical hourly pay rate for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location. $30.77 - $46.15 Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Robert Half Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran As part of Robert Halfu2019s Corporate Services facility employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our recruiters use their expertise and may utilize AI to help with their evaluation of candidates. Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to or call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance. In your email please include the following: + The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application. + The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply. For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Created: 2026-03-09