Benefit & Compensation Analyst

RPM Living • Phoenix, AZ

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Benefit & Compensation Analyst supports the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of the organization’s benefits and compensation programs. The role provides data and insights, supports day-to-day program administration, and partners with HR and business leaders to promote competitive, accurate, and effective Total Rewards programs.

The position also coordinates with HR leadership on financial budgets and forecasts for the HR department and liaises with corporate accounting during month-end to ensure monthly financials are accurate. This is a hybrid role requiring work in a corporate or regional office three or four days per week, based on managers’ discretion. The office is an open setting that may include bright lights, constant noise, and distractions.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for education.
• Two or more years of experience in benefits, compensation, total rewards, human resources analytics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of benefits and compensation principles, practices, programs, market trends, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of benefit plan administration, compensation program administration, salary structures, job evaluation and market pricing methodologies, incentive programs, and related planning and administration tools.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting benefits, compensation, and market data, identifying trends, and developing meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, prioritization, and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency using computer systems and software applications, including advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency for data analysis, reporting, and problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and with varying levels of staff and management to solve problems and achieve results.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment when evaluating benefits and compensation data, resolving discrepancies, and making recommendations within established program guidelines and practices.
• Possession of a valid driver's license; employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as required by local and federal state requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Property management or multifamily industry experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze benefit enrollment, utilization, cost, and engagement data; identify trends and provide insights and recommendations to support program evaluation and decision-making.
• Perform benefit audits and reconciliations, identify and resolve discrepancies, and partner with internal teams and benefit vendors to maintain accurate eligibility, enrollment, and deduction data.
• Support benefit plan compliance, reporting, documentation, and audit requirements.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve benefit processes, controls, associate experience, and program administration.
• Provide compensation guidance and analysis to HR, Talent Acquisition, and leaders related to new hire offers, promotions, salary adjustments, retention considerations, and other compensation decisions.
• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking for new and existing positions, manage compensation survey participation, and analyze market trends to support competitive positioning and salary structure recommendations.
• Maintain the company’s job and compensation structure, including levels, salary grades, and pay ranges.
• Partner with HR to evaluate positions and determine appropriate exempt or non-exempt classification in accordance with FLSA requirements.
• Support annual compensation and incentive planning processes, including data preparation, system administration, analysis, validation, reporting, and communication.
• Coordinate with HR leadership to lead creation of financial budgets and forecasts for the HR department, and liaise with corporate accounting during month-end to ensure monthly financials are accurate.
• Perform ad hoc analytics and reporting and other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with robust company match.
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days.
• Discounted perks, including Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree