Compensation Analyst

Company: Ameris Bank
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app. Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you'll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer's needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and allies as well as professional development opportunities to drive ongoing education. Learn more about our purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate. Responsible for analyzing and preparing information related to employee compensation with a strong focus in commission and bonuses. The Compensation Analyst assists in the preparation, administration, and communication of compensation payments, including base pay, short & long-term incentive pay, sales incentive compensation, and job pricing. Other duties as assigned. Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:
--- Calculates and administers commissions and bonuses payable to the sales team and other back office staff.
--- Researches and resolves commissions issues with employees.
--- Ensures that commissions and bonuses payable adhere to the established incentive plan as well as organizational guidelines.
--- Ensures a compensation agreement is on file for all sales employees and others as necessary.
--- Prepares monthly reconciliations of commission payments to ensure accuracy and researches items.
--- Partners with accounting to ensure incentive accruals are up to date and accurate.
--- May assist with data collection for projects including but not limited to: Salary Surveys, Affirmative Action Plans, EEO1 reporting.
--- Builds out models to analyze proposed changes to incentive plans.
--- Reviews job descriptions and job pricing as compared to the Bank's salary structure on an ongoing basis.
--- Performs special projects as needed: incentive plan changes, budgeting, mergers and acquisitions, special reporting for management and the Board, etc. Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
--- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
--- Intermediate Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills
--- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
--- Ability to consistently meet deadlines
--- Strong attention to detail
--- Strong oral and written interpersonal skills
--- Strong ability to cultivate relationships with individuals at varying levels within the organization Industry and Work Experience:
--- 2+ years of experience in Compensation and Incentive Plan administration, preferable in the Financial Services industry Academic:
--- Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field required
--- CCP and/or SPHR-CP certification a plus Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

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