Senior Director, Total Rewards

About Us

Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue.

Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.

Job Description:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recommend and implement solutions that enhance the delivery of HR services (Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, Payroll), elevate the employee experience, and enable data-informed talent decisions.
• Lead the compensation and incentives strategy; develop and manage guidelines and processes for the Company.
• Design and implement new job grades and salary bands, establish job level framework, standardize job titles and refine methodology and processes for promotions and job offers.
• Create, audit and maintain job descriptions.
• Perform market benchmarking as required.
• Provide executive compensation support and partner with Finance on compensation budgets and forecasting.
• Direct the administration of employee benefits programs including health and welfare plans, 401(k), worker’s compensation, leave management, and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure employee benefit programs are aligned with Company strategy.
• Ensure benefits processes for open enrollment, new hire onboarding, life events, and offboarding are seamless and documented.
• Direct HR and Payroll compliance (SOX controls, ACA, ERISA notices, 5500 completions, OSHA Reporting, W-2s, payroll tax filings, etc.) Ensure reporting and filings are accurate, timely, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Develop scalable methodologies and tools to optimize HR operations and streamline core processes.
• Provide reporting and analytics to leaders and internal partners as needed.
• Oversee the optimization and ongoing management of the HRIS (Workday) to ensure it meets organizational needs.
• Oversee payroll with a focus on internal controls, documenting procedures and ensuring compliance with SOX, federal, state and local laws and company policies. 
• Ensure compliance with safety and labor laws, pay equity, and data security initiatives.
• Manage brokers and vendors and ensure accurate and secure transmission of data to third parties.
• Oversee the coordination of internal and external audits.
• Stay up to date with wage and hour laws and tax regulations.
• Oversee training and support to Human Resources team members and managers on Workday processes and reporting.
• Lead / participate in HR projects and implementations.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT, or equivalent experience required
• 10+ years of progressive Total Rewards experience required
• 5+ years of supervisory experience required
• SPHR and/or Certified Compensation Professional certifications preferred
• Working knowledge of FLSA classifications, pay equity and transparency laws, ERISA laws, and executive compensation governance
• Experienced in Excel compensation modeling and with advanced compensation planning tools in Workday
• High integrity, confidentiality, and good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• High proficiency in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel 
• Comfortable  with C-Level and Board interactions
• Detail-oriented; able to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities
• Excellent time management and organization skills 
• Professional, confidential and tactful interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior Workday experience required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office environment
• Frequently required to sit for prolonged periods
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet or moderate

BENEFITS

• PTO / Wellness Days / Floating Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Life / AD&D / Hospital Indemnity / Critical Illness / Accident Insurance
• STD / LTD
• Legal / ID Theft Insurance
• FSA (Health Care, Dependent Care, Limited Purpose) / HSA
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Base Pay Range:

$160,000-$180,000/yr

Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.

Accel Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.