25-067.P1 - Compensation Analyst

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