Overview

Job Location:
Houston, TX

The Compensation Analyst implements compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent across Hilcorp. Manages calculation and payment processing of our bonus program. Also supports our Long-Term Incentive (Buy-In) team as needed with analytical and accounting related work.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead the delivery of compensation programs, policies, and projects across the organization in accordance with Hilcorp’s compensation philosophy.
  • Evaluate job positions, determining classification, exempt or non-exempt status, and salary.
  • Prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions, and salary scales.
  • Lead the annual compensation review process, including salary planning, incentive awards, configuration of HRIS (Workday), and communication of compensation outcomes.
  • Evaluate jobs and recommend grades to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
  • Provide subject matter expertise, insight, and understanding to the business on all compensation matters.
  • Prepare compensation recommendations for new hires and current employees, providing insight based on knowledge of relevant labor markets and internal relativity.
  • Research compensation trends and conduct market analysis to ensure programs are aligned with the competitive market.
  • Review compensation policies to ensure continued alignment with legislation and best practice.
  • Use compensation data to provide thoughtful analysis and insight to drive recommendations, with the ability to present outcomes to business leaders in a concise manner.
  • Calculate bonus payments according to Hilcorp’s plan document and ensure appropriately uploaded to Workday for payment.
  • Provide training to the organization on compensation related topics on an ad-hoc basis.
  • Support Buy-In projects and initiatives with data analysis, insight generation, and recommendations that improve decisions.
  • Identify trends, problem solve and implement resolutions using data extracted from financial accounting system (SAP), Buy-In system, and Workday.
  • Complete special projects, as assigned.

Other Job Responsibilities:

  • Adheres to the company’s values – Integrity, Ownership, Urgency, Alignment, and Innovation.
  • Supports company vision and mission.
  • Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
  • Ability to remain professional, positive, determined, and focused when facing challenging situations.
  • Maintains employee confidence and protects company assets, including intellectual property, by keeping information confidential.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
  • Able to travel across L48 and Alaska on an as-needed basis.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, accounting or related field with an emphasis on executing multiple initiatives and process enhancements.
  • Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in the design, implementation, and communication of compensation programs with the ability to advise and influence senior leaders.
  • Ability to use data to build & present recommendations to senior leaders, ask thoughtful questions, and bring ideas to the table.
  • Understanding of compensation trends, pay equity, compensation administration and financial modelling with the ability to present and train individuals on compensation topics.
  • Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, ensuring diligence with the details.
  • Ability to work in a demanding environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations.
  • Knowledge of IRS & FLSA regulations.
  • Oil and Gas industry experience preferred.
  • Workday experience preferred.
  • High level of MS Office proficiency.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred