Hybrid Director, Compensation and Benefits

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About the role

  • Director of Compensation and Benefits at a top CPA firm maximizing talent opportunities. Leading competitive compensation strategies and programs in a fast-growing advisory group.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage the organization's compensation and benefits programs, including base pay, variable pay, equity, other incentive programs, health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
  • Lead the annual compensation cycle, including market benchmarking, merit increases, incentive plan administration, and salary planning.
  • Evaluate and analyze compensation and benefits trends, best practices, and compliance requirements to ensure programs remain competitive and effective.
  • Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and senior business leaders to provide compensation guidance, job evaluations, and internal equity analysis.
  • Oversee benefits plan design, vendor selection, and ongoing administration to ensure cost-effectiveness, high employee satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA).
  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors and consultants to maximize value and service quality.
  • Lead and mentor a team of compensation and benefits professionals, providing guidance, development opportunities, and performance feedback.
  • Prepare and present reports, proposals, and recommendations to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
  • Drive the communication and education strategy for employees to increase understanding and engagement with compensation and benefits programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, CBP, SPHR) preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits principles, design, trends, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with global compensation practices, ideally including India, the Philippines, and Colombia.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Experience with compensation and benefits benchmarking tools and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle).
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively at all organizational levels and across departments, including with Practice Group leaders, Finance leaders, and Operations leaders.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
  • 401k with Profit Sharing
  • 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
  • Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
  • Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
  • Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
  • Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
  • Top rated wellness program
  • Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

Job title

Director, Compensation and Benefits

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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