Kimley-Horn · 9 hours ago
Compensation Systems Specialist
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKimley-Horn is looking for a Compensation Systems & Data Analyst to join their Raleigh, North Carolina office. The role involves conducting quality assurance on compensation models, building and validating financial models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance compensation systems and reporting.
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Responsibilities
Conduct rigorous QA/QC reviews on compensation models and salary structures. Identify errors, inconsistencies, or data anomalies and implement process improvements to reduce defects
Build, maintain, and validate complex spreadsheets and financial models used in compensation planning. Support salary modeling, forecast modeling, and M&A compensation modeling. Develop and test projection models for salaries, bonuses, recognition programs, and workforce cost impacts
Create, enhance, and automate compensation reporting dashboards
Serve as a key contributor to compensation‑related system improvements in UKG Pro, including testing, troubleshooting, and validating system outputs. Implement workflow automation and technology solutions that reduce manual effort and enhance data accuracy. Partner with HRIS, IT, and Finance on system enhancements, integrations, and configuration updates
Ensure compensation data and processes adhere to internal controls, firm policies, confidentiality expectations, and legal/regulatory requirements
Own and maintain clear, repeatable process documentation for compensation cycle activities (bonus, salary, and promotions). Support the build‑out of scalable frameworks and templates used across compensation programs
Work closely with Compensation Analysts, HR partners, Finance, and IT to ensure alignment and data consistency. Provide timely QC feedback to team members during annual and mid‑year compensation cycles. Support knowledge transfer, training, and best‑practice adoption across the team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Data Analytics, HR, or related field
Strong proficiency in advanced Excel (complex formulas, Power Query, modeling, audit controls)
Experience with compensation programs
Demonstrated ability to manage and interpret large datasets with a high degree of accuracy
Comfort working with technical workflows, data integrations, and automation tools
Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail
Ability to document processes clearly and maintain consistency in recurring QA/QC activities
Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work with cross‑functional partners effectively
Preferred
Experience with UKG Pro or other HRIS/compensation systems preferred
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
Founded in 1967
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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2026-01-22
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