As a leader in our organization, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing our compensation and benefits programs. This is a permanent position that offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact on our organization.
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Total Rewards and People Operations, this focused and detail-oriented individual will oversee not only the implementation of all functions, but also the strategic design of payroll controls, administration and related payroll, compensation, total rewards design, and long term-equity incentive compliance. By effectively collaborating with vendors, HR teammates, and other Legal, Finance, and accounting departments, will ensure that administration and management of all programs is appropriately handled without issue.
You'll Make a Difference By
Total Rewards:
Review current compensation programs; lead the proposal, development, and implementation of necessary changes to align with ARIAT's growing, global business
Develop job architecture and career pathing across ARIAT and within our businesses, considering the uniqueness of each business unit
Lead successful annual compensation planning including the execution of base salary, bonus, awards and all related communications and administration
Provide thought leadership to business units on compensation issues including new hire packages, performance recognition, incentive plans, retention arrangements and compensation structure
In partnership with HR and Finance, establish compensation budgets and guidelines for global locations. Establish and maintain alignment between performance management and succession planning processes and pay programs
Review and advise on commission, sales incentive and other variable compensation plans as required for changing business demands and operating model Executive Compensation
Oversee design and administration of stock compensation plans with a focus on retention and meaningful rewards, balanced with fiduciary responsibility
In partnership with legal counsel, coordinate preparation of executive compensation disclosure information required in the proxy statement's Compensation Discussion and Analysis Global Benefits Programs
Lead the design, annual planning, and implementation of the company's global benefit programs, including health and welfare, 401(k)/retirement, voluntary benefits and wellness initiatives
Establish standard policies for administration and communication of all benefit programs
Lead the design, annual planning, and administration of the company's global benefit programs, including absence management, health and welfare, 401(k)/retirement, and well-being programs.
Extensive technical knowledge of all aspects of Total Rewards globally
Proven track record of delivering compensation and benefit strategies
Smart, creative, compelling, driven. Not afraid to lead others past their comfort zone(s). Creates a sense of urgency and is energized by speed
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders; consultative and collaborative style that allows for influence without authority
Extraordinary communication skills - both verbal and written
SAP SuccessFactors and ADP experience strongly preferred
Broad working knowledge of automatic processes and optimizing systems to manage internal and external stakeholder needs effectively
Technologically Proficient, especially with Excel and other Microsoft Office Applications.
Payroll (US & Canada)
Manage and guarantee accuracy of semi-monthly, bi-weekly and weekly disbursement of multi-state and multi-country (US & Canada) payroll, including garnishments, benefits and taxes to Ariat employees consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws
Ensure the processing of new hires, temporary workers, transfers, promotions and terminations is accurate and timely
Supervise payroll staff of approx. 10 employees
Critically review and analyze current payroll, benefits, tax procedures, and systems in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations
Audit W-2s, payroll balance sheets, YTD earnings, etc.
Communicate actively with Operations, HR and Billing departments to review cross-departmental impacts and reconcile data sharing
Partner with other HR groups to foster improvements in day-to-day processes
Manage regular preparation of relevant management reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)
Serve as principal point of contact for escalated payroll operational issues
Make data driven decision utilizing reporting tools, having the ability to analyze, interpret, and react to the payroll data
Lead activities for large, high complexity projects, providing project management, change management, and best practice expertise
Measure daily output against weekly, monthly, and quarterly department goals.
Cultivate the perception of a trusted partner and strategic advisor, while demonstrating a full business understanding amongst stakeholders
Coordinate efforts between Payroll and Human Resources to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data
Maintain business relationships and effective communication between all facets of Financial Operations, Human Resources, Recruitment, and Sales teams
Establish processes and policies that are in line with organizational and operational goals to maximize efficiency
Identify opportunities to create increased efficiencies that reduce risks and enhance operations
About You
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the design and delivery of total rewards programs.
5+ years of experience building, leading, and managing a team of compensation professionals within a fast-paced, high-growth global environment.
Skills and Qualifications:
Experience owning and developing total rewards processes.
Demonstrated success in facilitating all components of compensation to include job evaluations, benchmarking, survey participation, pay equity analysis, and base and incentive pay administration.
Expert analytical capabilities, with the ability to understand and simplify complex sets of data.
A strong capability to foster a collaborative environment, promoting cross functional teamwork and knowledge sharing.
A natural ability to influence, inspire, and motivate others, fostering a sense of shared purpose and alignment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and coordinate efforts across functional teams to meet project objectives.
Accomplished a successful HRIS upgrade or transition.
Familiarity with local, state, and federal employment laws that impact total rewards.
In-depth experience leading a Global + US focal compensation planning cycle
Strong experience building technology strategy, designing technology solutions, and working with People Technology to deploy solutions.
Experience with big data and interfacing between HRIS applications, solid financial and compensation modeling skills and ability to communicate with business partners to resolve highly complex problems.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, design and recommend market competitive programs aligned to business strategy.
Work regularly and comfortably with high-level individual contributors and leaders across multiple functions. Track record of influencing at the senior leadership level.
Ability to manage change effectively always mindful of technology and business process implications.
Ability to perform complex functions in Excel
About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for riders, ranchers, workers, and outdoorsmen who care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.
The salary range for this position is $165,000 - $185,000 per year.
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.