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Aprio · 5 days ago

Director, Compensation and Benefits

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Aprio is a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate about what's next, seeking a Director of Compensation and Benefits to join their Human Resources team. This key leadership role involves developing and managing competitive compensation and benefits strategies to attract and retain top talent, ensuring compliance with regulations while aligning programs with the company's goals and culture.

AccountingFinancial Services

Growth Opportunities

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

Qualification

Compensation strategy developmentBenefits program managementCompliance knowledgeGlobal compensation practicesHRIS systems experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

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