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As a Senior Compensation Specialist, you will have an impact on all aspects of compensation program development and execution aligned with Armanino’s growth goals and being the best firm for people. This will include compensation strategy and design, market analysis, salary and bonus program administration, regulatory compliance, job evaluation and role classification, reporting and analytics, and providing support and guidance to People teams, leaders, and employees. 

Job Responsibilities  

Support the full life cycle of compensation activities including benchmarking, salary surveys, and the administration and communication of the annual merit planning cycle.  

Partner with the Talent team to advise on competitive offers that attract, engage, and retain top talent.  

Consult with Business Leaders and People Business Partners on all compensation-related questions.  

Review, update, and maintain various compensation systems, salary structures, and incentive programs ensuring alignment with the firm’s goals. 

Analyze market trends and conduct regular market pricing using salary surveys, compensation tools, and external data sources to maintain competitive and compliant pay practices.  

Administer incentive and bonus programs including performance-based bonuses, commissions, and other forms of variable compensation. 

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation-related laws (e.g., FLSA, pay transparency regulations, and EEO guidelines).  

Monitor legislative changes that could impact the firm’s pay practices and provide guidance on necessary adjustments.  

Evaluate new and existing roles to ensure proper FLSA classification, leveling, and alignment within the firm’s compensation structure. 

Partner with People team and leadership to update position descriptions, documenting responsibilities and other job requirements.  

Prepare and present reports and dashboards on compensation trends, workforce costs, and pay equity analyses. 

Use data insights to recommend and implement compensation policies that drive employee attraction, engagement, and retention. 

Provide guidance to People teams, managers, and employees on compensation-related inquiries, policies, and decisions. 

Train various levels of leadership, People Business Partners and Talent Partners on the firm’s compensation practices. 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects that drive attraction, retention, and growth initiatives, including acquisition integration, organizational restructuring, systems enhancements/changes, etc.  

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of compensation programs and policies. 

Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in all compensation-related matters.  

Requirements 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in human resources, business, or another related field. 

Minimum 3 years of experience in compensation or finance.  

Expertise in compensation principles, program design, communication, and implementation. 

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related to employee compensation. 

Proven analytical skills with the ability to use data to influence decision-making.

Advanced skills in Excel.  

Proven consultative approach with HR teams and key business stakeholders. 

Preferred Qualifications  

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)  

Experience managing compensation within CompXL and Workday.

Experience working in a professional services firm.  

“Armanino” is the brand name under which Armanino LLP, Armanino CPA LLP, and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP and Armanino CPA LLP are licensed independent CPA firms that provide attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. 

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    

Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.    

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition’s knowledge will result in termination of contract. 

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:   

Medical, dental, vision  

Generous PTO plan and paid sick time  

Flexible work arrangements  

401K with Profit Sharing  

Wellness program  

Generous parental leave  

11 paid holidays  

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.    

For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance   

To view our Consumer Notice at Collection for job applicants, please visit: https://www.armanino.com/terms/ccpa-employee-notice/   

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