The first step is to have the contractor complete Form W9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification. Yes, the employer could allow independent contractors to participate in a 457b plan, but they are not required to do so.Report distributions on Form 1099-R as is done in the case of a distribution from a qualified plan. For tax years beginning in 2020 or later, the deferrals are reported on Form 1099MISC, box 12. Payments to Independent Contractors under a NQDC Plan are to be reported in Box 1 in the year paid. This is how we've been handling this. How do you enter deferred compensation reported on a 1099 Misc form but the payroll taxes have been paid ?