Senior Retirement Plan Administrator (TPA) - Hybrid

Kernutt Stokes; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Kernutt Stokes, an established Oregon-based firm, is seeking a Senior Retirement Plan Administrator (TPA) to join our retirement plan services team. You will manage day-to-day operations for qualified retirement plans and work closely with sponsors, advisors, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of direct plan administration experience, a strong ERISA/DOL/IRS knowledge base, and a drive to own a client book while mentoring junior staff. This hybrid role starts June 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in third-party retirement plan administration.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, DOL, and IRS regulations.
• Experience working directly with plan sponsors and advisors.

Responsibilities

• Independently administer a portfolio of qualified retirement plans including 401(k) and defined contribution plans.
• Interpret plan documents and ensure IRS and DOL compliance.
• Prepare and review Form 5500s and related disclosures.
• Mentor junior TPA staff and coordinate with internal teams.
• Serve as primary client contact and support plan design opportunities.

Skills

Retirement plan administration

ERISA knowledge

IRS/DOL regulations

Client management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance

Tools

Form 5500 software

Excel

FT William

Job description

Kernutt Stokes, an established Oregon-based firm, is seeking a Senior Retirement Plan Administrator (TPA) to join our retirement plan services team. You will manage day-to-day operations for qualified retirement plans and work closely with sponsors, advisors, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of direct plan administration experience, a strong ERISA/DOL/IRS knowledge base, and a drive to own a client book while mentoring junior staff. This hybrid role starts June 1, 2026.