AccruePartners ยท 17 hours ago
Total Rewards Manager
AccruePartners is a North American industry leader in asset management and logistics, currently experiencing strategic growth and modernization. The Total Rewards Manager will oversee benefits administration, manage compensation programs, and lead leave of absence administration while partnering with finance on total rewards budget planning.
Responsibilities
Oversee all benefits administration including open enrollment, employee communications on benefits options, and coordination of plan alternatives as the organization shifts to employee cost-sharing
Manage compensation programs including seasonal cycles (December merit reviews for hourly employees, March salary reviews and annual incentives for salaried staff)
Lead leave of absence administration covering company policy, FMLA, and workers compensation matters end-to-end
Partner with finance and treasury departments on pension funding levels, 401(k) management, and budget planning for total rewards
Administer complex executive benefits including non-qualified deferred compensation plans and deferred compensation education for leadership
Facilitate vendor management and implementation projects, including potential health carrier transitions and benefits system enhancements
Deliver presentations and provide guidance to employees and executives on compensation and benefits topics, requiring strong communication and presentation skills
Supervise two direct reports: a leave specialist and a total rewards analyst, providing direction and oversight on their work
Qualification
Required
5+ years of benefits administration experience with demonstrated expertise in employee benefits programs, enrollment processes, and compliance
Non-qualified deferred compensation plan experience or strong willingness to learn executive compensation arrangements
Advanced Excel proficiency and data analytics skills for compensation and benefits analysis
Experience with benefits administration systems and vendor management (ADP, HRIS platforms, or similar)
Leadership experience managing and developing direct reports within HR or benefits functions
Strong presentation and communication skills with ability to explain complex benefits concepts to diverse audiences
Process-oriented approach with meticulous attention to detail in benefits administration, payroll coordination, and leave of absence management
Benefits
Visibility to executive leadership and exposure to strategic programs that directly shape business performance and operational outcomes
A collaborative culture centered around transparency, continuous improvement, and cross-functional teamwork
Opportunities to contribute to process optimization, program governance, and organizational efficiency in a best-in-class logistics environment