However, with Roth IRA, you pay taxes now on your contribution. With Deferred Compensation Plan you pay taxes on both the growth and contribution when you receive the money.
Every year you can defer a certain percentage of your salary. Your deferrals are taken on a before-tax basis, and will reduce your federal taxable income.
Deferred Compensation Plan Investments
The salary or bonus you defer can be invested. Often, the same plan options which are in your 401(k) plan are available to invest your Deferred Compensation Plan contributions.