We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Compensation Analyst to support the design, analysis, and administration of our compensation programs. This role is suited for a fully proficient professional who can independently manage compensation analysis, contribute to key programs, and provide data-driven insights to stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is highly skilled in Excel, comfortable working with large datasets, experienced in salary surveys and benchmarking, and motivated to solve complex problems with minimal guidance.
What You'll Do:
- Partner with Human Resources Business Partners to support the business on compensation-related matters, including offers, promotions, leveling, and pay decisions
- Provide guidance to HR and business leaders on compensation-related inquiries and scenarios
- Conduct market benchmarking and job evaluations using multiple salary survey sources
- Analyze compensation data to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness
- Support annual compensation processes including merit planning, bonus, and equity grant cycles
- Audit and validate compensation data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems
- Generate reports, dashboards, and presentations to inform leadership decision-making
- Build and maintain complex compensation models in Excel to support business decisions
- Own and execute salary survey submissions, data validation, and results analysis
What You Will Bring to Coupa:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field
- 2–5+ years of relevant compensation, HR analytics, or consulting experience
- Self-starter mentality — able to work independently, take initiative, and navigate ambiguity
- Proven ability to problem-solve and “figure things out” when answers are not immediately clear
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including: Pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF/THEN logic
- Complex, nested formulas and data manipulation
- Strong ability to work with and analyze large, complex datasets
- Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce) preferred
- Demonstrated experience conducting market benchmarking and job matching
- Hands-on experience with salary surveys, preferably including Radford
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field
- 2-5+ years relevant compensation, HR analytics, or consulting experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex nested formulas, IF/THEN logic)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and PowerPoint
- Experience conducting market benchmarking and job matching using salary survey sources
- Hands-on experience with salary surveys (experience with Radford preferred)
- Strong ability to work with and analyze large, complex datasets
- Experience building and maintaining complex compensation models in Excel
- Experience auditing and validating compensation data across systems
- Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce)
- Self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Coupa is a global technology company that helps businesses run smarter by connecting all the ways they spend money — from procurement and expenses to payments and supply chain decisions — in one intelligent platform. In simple terms, Coupa gives organizations the visibility and control they need to make better financial choices, reduce waste, and drive real impact. It’s where technology meets purpose: helping companies manage their resources more responsibly while creating a positive ripple across their people, partners, and the planet.
Why Work With Us
At Coupa, we prioritize an inclusive and empathetic workplace where every voice is valued. Our teams are proactive and accountable, ensuring we collaborate effectively to achieve our goals. The foundation of our culture rests on our people; we believe in fostering an environment that encourages innovation and curiosity.
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