We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our Finance organization as a Variable Compensation Manager. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of variable compensation tracking, calculations, reporting, and compliance. The individual will act as the liaison between Finance, HR, and Sales/Operations to ensure incentive programs are accurately administered, aligned with company policies, and transparent to stakeholders.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE
Maintain accurate records of all variable compensation plans across the organization.
Calculate incentive payouts (monthly, quarterly, annually) in accordance with plan design and policy.
Partner with HR and business leaders to validate plan terms and eligibility criteria.
Track performance metrics against plan targets to ensure accuracy and fairness in compensation.
Develop and maintain models, tools, and reports to support compensation calculations and forecasting.
Prepare reconciliations and audit documentation to ensure compliance with internal controls and financial standards.
Provide insights and trend analysis on compensation costs, performance outcomes, and forecasting.
Collaborate with Finance leadership to ensure accruals are accurate and aligned with reporting requirements.
Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to incentive compensation, escalating issues when necessary.
Support annual planning and design of new or updated incentive programs.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & CREDENTIALS
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in finance, compensation, or incentive plan administration (experience level can be adjusted).
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling); experience with financial systems and reporting tools preferred.
High attention to detail and accuracy in calculations and reporting.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent communication skills to explain calculations and data to non-financial stakeholders.
Familiarity with incentive compensation, sales operations, or financial planning processes is a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals across the company
Ability to maintain confidentiality and the highest degree of professionalism
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines (work with a sense of urgency)
Possesses excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with an attention to detail
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions
Possesses strong computer skills in a Windows-based environment and strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel – knowledge of pivot tables, charts, graphs, v-lookups would be ideal)
Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Fundamental understanding and exposure to an ERP system (Workday preferred)
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Infrequently lifting to 25 pounds
Infrequent overhead lifting to 10 pounds
Bending, climbing and stooping
Long hours involving overtime and weekends (infrequently)
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works in an office environment
Potential for extended travel