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Compensation Manager

Wipfli LLP is one of the top 20 accounting and consulting firms in the US, providing integrated services to help businesses thrive.

Wipfli

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 117k-170k USD

United States only

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Referral Details

We greatly appreciate your referral, and we look forward to reviewing the qualifications of the candidate you've recommended. Here's a brief overview of the process: After you've completed this referral form, your recommended candidate will be directed to apply for the specific role through our website. This step is crucial for Wipfli to remain compliant with federal laws and to ensure a fair and transparent selection process. Once their application is received, our Talent Acquisition team will evaluate their qualifications, including how well they align with the requirements of the role and the broader needs of our organization. Your referred candidate will remain in our candidate database for future opportunities, offering them additional chances to become part of our team. As the referrer, your role in the recruitment process is to bring potential talent to our attention. We ask that you refrain from discussing updates on the candidate's status, out of respect for their personal consideration. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide you with a final update once the candidate has been informed of their application status. Throughout this process, we may reach out to you with questions or additional information to ensure a seamless and effective referral experience. Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our recruitment efforts, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and support throughout this process.

If you would like to read more about referral bonus eligibility, please visit InSite: https://wipflillp.sharepoint.com/sites/WipfliAssociateHandbook/SitePages/Associate-Referral-Bonus-Program.aspx

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities: Compensation Leadership & Administration - Lead the design, implementation, and administration of broad-based compensation programs, including merit cycles, job pricing, job evaluations, and market benchmarking. - Perform internal and external compensation analyses to assess competitiveness, internal equity, and retention. - Support the administration, analysis, and ongoing improvement of incentive and commission plans, partnering closely with variable compensation team members and members of the growth team. - Provide guidance to leaders and hiring managers on pay decisions, policy interpretations, job evaluations, and compensation-related questions. - Support compensation-related activities tied to M&A, organizational changes, and job architecture initiatives. Team Leadership & Development - Provide direct leadership to the compensation team, including onboarding, coaching, training, and ongoing development. - Set clear goals and expectations, monitor progress, and ensure effective workload distribution across the team. - Foster a team-first mindset focused on collaboration, shared ownership, and collective success. - Lead by example by balancing delegation with hands-on execution when needed. Process Improvement & Infrastructure - Identify gaps in compensation processes, documentation, and tools, and lead efforts to build scalable, best-in-class practices. - Drive process streamlining and efficiency improvements in a highly manual environment. - Develop and maintain documentation for compensation processes, systems, and workflows. - Partner on compensation system strategy, including evaluating tools, benchmarking platforms, and future-state capabilities. Systems, Analytics & Compliance - Leverage HR systems and external tools to support compensation administration and decision-making. - Provide input into the design, configuration, and optimization of HR systems related to compensation. - Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including pay transparency and reporting initiatives. - Prepare, analyze, and present compensation data with a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. - 7+ years of experience in compensation analysis, design, and/or administration. - 3+ years of direct people management experience, including responsibility for coaching, development, and performance management. - Hands-on experience supporting incentive and/or commission plans (bonus- or performance-based). - Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, lookups (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP), and comfort working with large data sets. - Experience using HRIS systems such as Workday or UKG Preferred Qualifications - Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation. - Experience with external compensation benchmarking tools (e.g., Payfactors or similar). - Familiarity with commission management platforms such as CaptivateIQ. - Experience with Microsoft Forms or similar tools for data collection and reporting. - Exposure to job architecture or career framework initiatives. Skills & Abilities - Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team within a collaborative, matrixed organization. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. - Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. - Comfortable working in environments that require building structure, improving processes, and creating documentation from the ground up. - Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, particularly in virtual settings. - High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and accountability when handling sensitive compensation information. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain adaptable during peak workload periods. Req# 2026-7964 Tiffany Farnsworth, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

Additional Details

Additional Details: Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $117,000 to $170,000 with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws. Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance. Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. "Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

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Salary: 117k-170k USD

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Bachelor degree

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7 years minimum

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Wipfli LLP, established in 1930, is a leading advisory firm that has grown significantly from its humble beginnings in Wausau, Wisconsin. With over 3,200 associates and 48 offices nationwide, the firm delivers a comprehensive range of services including audit, tax, risk management, and advisory solutions. Wipfli is recognized as one of the top 20 accounting and consulting firms in the United States, serving more than 84,000 clients across various industries, such as healthcare, manufacturing, finance, and construction. The firm is committed to helping businesses thrive in today’s complex marketplace by providing tailored solutions that turn data into insights and optimize organizational performance.

What sets Wipfli apart is its core values—integrity, caring, excellence, teamwork, and perseverance. These values guide every interaction with clients and communities. The firm actively embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, ensuring a supportive environment for all employees and fostering innovation through diverse perspectives. Wipfli's focus on community engagement and corporate responsibility further solidifies its commitment to creating a positive impact. By leveraging advanced technology and a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges, Wipfli empowers its clients to not only meet their current objectives but to also prepare for the future.

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