Entry Level Incentive Compensation Management Jobs in Rochester, NY

The Compensation and Benefits Analyst is responsible for administering, analyzing, and supporting Gorbel's compensation and benefits programs to ensure they are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business strategy. This role partners closely with Human Resources, Recruiting, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors to support salary structures, incentive programs, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance across multiple U.S. locations (and Canada, as applicable).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compensation

• Manage and administer compensation programs-including salary structures, job grading, merit increases, and incentive plans-in alignment with Gorbel's Compensation Philosophy, ensuring internal equity, market competitiveness, and legal compliance across U.S. and Canada operations.
• Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using external benchmark data and internal equity analysis; partner with external compensation consultants and participate in thirdparty compensation surveys to assess market competitiveness and data relevance.
• Prepare, maintain, and audit compensation structures, job grades, and salary ranges; recommend changes to address equity, competitiveness, or organizational needs.
• Develop, update, and maintain accurate job descriptions; conduct job analysis through interviews and observation to document duties, responsibilities, and required skills.
• Determine and validate exempt/nonexempt classifications and appropriate pay ranges in compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Partner closely with Recruiting, HR Business Partners, and hiring managers on new hire offers, promotions, and pay adjustments, supporting timely offer extension expectations and responding to candidate and market feedback.
• Lead execution and support of annual merit and variable compensation programs, including system configuration, audits, reporting, and analysis.
• Prepare and present compensation analyses, summary reports, dashboards, and recommendations to leadership.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable compensationrelated laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, Equal Pay Act, Title VII, ADA, pay transparency requirements, HIPAA, COBRA).
• Counsel and advise managers and employees on compensation policies, practice
• Ability to deliver education to the organization on Gorbel's Compensation Philosophy and Practices.

Benefits

• Support the administration of health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Liaise with brokers and external vendors on benefit renewals, enrollments, audits, and employee communications.
• Analyze benefits data to support cost management, plan effectiveness, and decision-making.
• Assist with open enrollment planning, execution, and employee education initiatives.
• Support compliance with benefits-related regulations and reporting requirements.

Systems, Data & Process Improvement

• Maintain and manage compensation and benefits data within Workday.
• Serve as a Compensation Admin and Benefits Admin resource.
• Support HR audits, reporting, and documentation requirements.
• Identify opportunities for standardization and continuous improvement within compensation and benefits processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate data flow between HR, Payroll, Finance, and Recruiting.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or analytical HR roles.
• Strong analytical skills demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms (Workday preferred).
• Working knowledge of wage, hour, and employment-related compliance requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing or multi-location organizations.
• Exposure to U.S. and Canadian compensation or benefits practices.
• WorldatWork (CCP) or other HR-related certifications (PHR/SHRM) a plus.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Data-driven decision making
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of confidentiality and integrity
• Clear, professional communication
• Continuous improvement mindset

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k with company contribution, FSA or HSA options, educational assistance, dependent scholarship program, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and much more!