Total Rewards Analyst
Lakeshore Talent
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Lakeshore Talent is excited to partner with a Denver-based company in the restaurant/retail industry to find a motivated and detail-oriented Total Rewards Analyst. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic professional with a strong background in benefits and compensation plans who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Total Rewards Analyst
Denver, CO- Hybrid schedule, 1 day in office per week.
Salary: $74,000 – $90,000 per year
Annual Bonus: 10%+
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package starting 30 days after the 1st of the month
About the Role:
As a Total Rewards Analyst, you will play a crucial role in the administration and advisement of the company’s benefits and compensation plans. You will help attract and retain high-quality talent while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. You will handle a wide range of responsibilities, including managing benefits administration, compensation analysis, and equity compensation transactions, as well as supporting internal partners and maintaining vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits Administration
- Assist with the preparation and execution of Open Enrollment.
- Aid in the design, negotiation, and administration of overall benefit programs.
- Manage benefit administration through the HRIS (Workday) system.
- Conduct external and internal reporting, audits, and annual filings for various stakeholders, including vendors, Department of Labor, IRS, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.
- Ensure timely and accurate payment of team members and administration of benefit plans while maintaining compliance with all laws and regulations.
- Participate in and analyze annual benefits and compensation surveys to provide strategic insights to leadership.
Compensation
- Contribute to the design and review of compensation plans.
- Conduct minimum wage audits and ensure compliance.
- Perform market analysis and benchmarking for new and existing roles.
- Process all equity compensation transactions, upload data into the equity system, and prepare quarterly reports for Executive Leadership and Board approval.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Field Management to assess competitive labor market issues and trends.
- Compile, analyze, and process employee performance reviews, merit process, and bonus plan administration.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field required.
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) preferred but not required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits and compensation plans or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Advanced Excel knowledge required (V-Lookup, Array functions, databases, multi-workbook data entry, etc.).
- Experience with Stock/Long Term Incentive Plan administration highly preferred.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems, particularly Workday, preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
- Motivated, self-directed, and results-driven.
Preferred Traits:
- Humble, kind, fun-loving, and collaborative.
- Willingness to learn and share knowledge.
- Comfortable in a pet-friendly environment – this office is home to two friendly dogs!
About the Team:
Join a vibrant team that values collaboration, innovation, and a love for learning. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in the restaurant/retail industry while contributing to a company that truly cares about its people.