Remote

Compensation Senior Associate

Forvis Mazars, LLP
parental leave, flex time, 401(k)
United States
Oct 29, 2025
General information Name Compensation Senior Associate Posting Title Compensation Senior Associate Ref # 2235985 Date Published Monday, October 27, 2025 Close Date 01/26/2026 Job Category Human Resources Advertised Location US-Remote Working time Full Time Description & Requirements The Compensation Senior Associate plays a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining compensation programs that support the organization's strategic objectives. This role is responsible for conducting complex data analysis, benchmarking, and modeling to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices across the organization. What You Will Do: Conduct market pricing and benchmarking using salary surveys and internal data Analyze compensation trends and provide insights to support pay decisions and program design Support the development and administration of base pay structures, incentive plans, and other compensation programs Assist in the annual compensation planning cycle, including merit increases, bonus calculations, and salary structure updates Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure competitive and equitable offers Maintain compensation systems and tools, ensuring data integrity and accuracy Ensure compensation practices comply with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, pay equity) Support internal and external audits related to compensation. Prepare and present compensation reports and dashboards for HR leadership and business stakeholders Develop communication materials to support compensation programs and educate employees and managers Ability to manage survey participation, interpret results, and liaise with external compensation consultants. Ability to present complex compensation data to HR partners, business leaders, and finance teams in a clear, compelling manner. Translate business strategy into compensation solutions that attract, retain, and motivate talent. Identify compensation issues and recommend data-driven, compliant, and scalable solutions. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree 3 - 5 years of relevant experience Extensive understanding of compensation principles, including base pay, incentive design, and total rewards strategy Expertise in using compensation surveys to evaluate market competitiveness for professional services roles Familiarity with job leveling frameworks, career pathing, and job evaluation methodologies Knowledge of U.S. labor laws and regulations affecting compensation (e.g., FLSA, Equal Pay Act, Pay Transparency laws, OFCCP compliance). Strong organizational skills to manage compensation cycles, program rollouts, and cross-functional initiatives. Handle sensitive compensation data with integrity and professionalism. Thrive in a fast-paced, client-driven environment with shifting priorities and high expectations Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree 5 + years of relevant experience SHRM-CP, CCP or PHR certifications Proficiency in Workday and Payfactor systems Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, modeling), and experience with data visualization tools #LI-RM1 Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) Pursuant to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. Colorado Salary Range: CO Minimum Salary (USD) $ 76,500 CO Maximum Salary (USD) $ 140,300 New York City Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. New York Salary Range: NY Minimum Salary (USD) $ 91,800 NY Maximum Salary (USD) $ 153,000 California Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. California Salary Range: CA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 84,200 CA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 153,000 Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance", Forvis Mazars will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act." Please see the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance notice for more information. Maryland Wage Transparency Pursuant to Maryland's Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MD Minimum Salary (USD) $ 76500 MD Maximum Salary (USD) $ 140300 Illinois Wage Transparency Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. IL Minimum Salary (USD) $ 76500 IL Maximum Salary (USD) $ 140300 New Jersey Wage Transparency Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. NJ Minimum Salary (USD) $ 91800 NJ Maximum Salary (USD) $ 153000 Washington Wage Transparency Pursuant to Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. WA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 76500 WA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 153000