Full-Time

Implementation Account Manager

Posted on 9/9/2026

Nova 401(k) Associates

Nova 401(k) Associates

401(k) plan administration and actuarial services

Compensation Overview

$70k - $90k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Remote

Must work from the United States and be authorized to work for any US employer.

Category
Customer Experience & Support (1)

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Requirements
  • Five or more years of retirement plan implementation or onboarding experience.
  • Ability to manage workload toward weekly goals in a results-oriented team environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent time management, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
  • High level of critical thinking.
  • Commitment to professional development; industry credentials are an added bonus.
  • Must work from the United States and be authorized to work for any US employer.
Responsibilities
  • Provide an excellent client and advisor experience during the implementation phase of their plan.
  • Request and coordinate collection of census information, plan documents, prior compliance testing, and Internal Revenue Service forms from clients and outside professionals.
  • Act as a liaison between clients, advisors, and platform providers during the implementation phase of the plan.
  • Review plan adoption agreements and complete plan provision paperwork for various platform providers.
  • Assist clients with plan provision inquiries to ensure a basic understanding of plan operation.
  • Participate in weekly calls with clients, financial professionals, and platform providers to manage plan timelines.
  • Set up internal systems and load information into compliance software.
  • Perform work according to company policies and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Industry credentials are an added bonus.
Nova 401(k) Associates

Nova 401(k) Associates

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Nova 401(k) Associates provides third-party administration for 401(k) retirement plans and actuarial services for defined benefit and cash balance plans. Their services help businesses manage their retirement plans by handling administrative tasks and offering actuarial analysis so plans stay compliant and funded. How it works: a team of account managers listens to a client’s business goals, asks the right questions, and then offers practical, easy-to-understand guidance to design and run a 401(k) plan efficiently, avoiding information overload and unnecessary costs. How it is different from competitors: it focuses on understanding each client’s business, communicates in clear terms, and delivers actionable solutions instead of theoretical advice. The company’s goal is to help clients run successful retirement plans with less hassle, providing the knowledge and resources needed to make informed decisions.

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Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

2000

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • August 2026 hiring pages show active demand for associate, analyst, and manager roles.
  • Free webinars and plan-document resources deepen advisor relationships and lower acquisition costs.
  • Remote and hybrid openings widen recruiting, supporting growth without proportional office expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Form 5500 and census work creates error risk, and one mistake triggers client flight.
  • Heavy reliance on account managers means staffing gaps damage service quality within quarters.
  • PEP and automated retirement platforms pressure Nova's manual TPA model toward commoditization.

What makes Nova 401(k) Associates unique

  • Nova serves 10,000+ retirement plans with $14B assets, spanning 401(k), 403(b), and defined benefit.
  • It sells customized plan design plus compliance, not generic software, for advisors and business owners.
  • Houston hiring and paid exam support create a credentialed, service-heavy bench moat.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan

HSA

Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with employer match

Health Insurance