Sr. Total Rewards Analyst II

Founded in 2023, Crete Professionals Alliance (Crete PA) delivers big four firepower to local American firms. Our rapid growth has made us a magnet for leading firms nationwide, eager to join our revolution in accounting. We empower small to mid-market firms with PE-backed capital, strategic technology partnerships, and innovative workforce solutions—including national recruiting and offshore support—while preserving a personal, local touch. With a presence in over half the US, 17 regional offices, 900 dedicated professionals, and offshore operations in Asia, we're the fastest-growing accounting firm in the nation and well on our way to the top 20. At Crete PA, our culture and relationships are the cornerstone of our success, and we’re always looking for talented, ambitious people to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

This role supports Crete Professionals Alliance and its partner firms through a centralized shared services environment.

Compensation Analysis & Support

• Support job evaluations, job architecture maintenance, and salary structure administration.

• Conduct compensation benchmarking and market pricing using salary surveys and external data sources.

• Assist with annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases and incentive analysis.

• Prepare compensation reports and insights to support leadership decision-making.

Benefits & Retirement Administration

• Support administration of health, welfare, and wellness programs, including enrollments, changes, audits, and reconciliations.

• Assist with retirement plan administration (e.g., 401(k)), including contribution reviews, payroll coordination, and vendor reporting.

• Respond to employee inquiries related to benefits and retirement programs, escalating complex issues as needed.

Payroll & Data Coordination

• Partner with Payroll to support accurate deductions, employer contributions, and benefit-related payroll processing.

• Assist with payroll-to-benefits and payroll-to-retirement reconciliations.

• Support payroll and benefits audits by preparing data, reports, and documentation.

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist with compliance requirements related to compensation and benefits (e.g., FLSA, ACA, ERISA, state pay transparency laws).

• Maintain documentation, process guides, and audit support materials for total rewards programs.

• Support data requests for audits, filings, and required reporting.

Analytics & Reporting

• Build and maintain total rewards dashboards, reports, and ad hoc analyses.

• Track program costs, utilization, and trends to support budgeting and forecasting.

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of total rewards data across HRIS, payroll, and vendor platforms.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and employee experience related to total rewards.

• Support special projects such as benefit renewals, system implementations, and program enhancements.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• 2–4 years of experience in HR, compensation, benefits, payroll, or total rewards.

• Strong analytical and Excel skills; ability to work with large data sets.

• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits fundamentals.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-state organizations.

• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll systems, and benefits administration platforms.

• Professional certifications such as CCP (in progress), SHRM-CP, or CEBS (in progress).

We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team! This position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000-$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.