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Nova 401

Retirement Plan Distribution Specialist

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Seniority
Mid level
Work mode
Remote-friendly
First seen by hirly
30 Sept 2026

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Are you a detail-oriented professional who enjoys helping people, managing financial transactions, and ensuring work is completed accurately the first time?

Nova 401(k) Associates is seeking a Retirement Plan Distribution Specialist to join our growing remote team. In this role, you will process retirement plan distributions and loans, communicate with participants and plan sponsors, and help ensure retirement transactions are completed accurately and efficiently.

This position is an excellent fit for professionals with experience in banking, credit unions, financial services, payroll, benefits administration, insurance, loan processing, mortgage servicing, or other detail-oriented operations environments.

Retirement industry experience is not required. We provide extensive paid training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Job Responsibilities:

Process retirement plan distribution and loan requests from start to finish

Review documentation for accuracy and completeness

Prepare distribution and loan packages, including vesting verification for applicable plans

Identify loan defaults and Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)

Communicate with participants, plan sponsors, financial advisors, and recordkeepers regarding requests and status updates

Research and resolve participant and client inquiries

Maintain accurate records and workflow updates within internal systems

Serve as a backup for participant service phone support

Assist with data entry and other operational support functions as needed

Maintain an understanding of retirement plan distribution and loan provisions

Complete industry certifications, including NIPA's Distribution Administrator and Loan Administrator programs

Stay current on cybersecurity, compliance, and company procedures

Build strong working relationships with plan sponsors, vendors, and internal team members

Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of professional experience in financial services, benefits administration, insurance, or similar detail-oriented operations role

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Strong time-management and prioritization skills

Experience with PensionPro, Corbel or retirement plan administration is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

Base Hourly Pay: $23-$25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Paid training and professional development

Work Location/Hours:

Work from Home

Must work from USA and be authorized to work for any US employer

We will supply all necessary computer equipment

40 hour work week, 8 hours per day, Monday-Friday

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