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Compensation Operations Analyst

NetSmart Technologies
United States, Kansas, Overland Park
Oct 17, 2025
Focused on analyzing business operations and reporting outcomes Netsmart is transforming healthcare through innovation and purpose. With over 50 years of experience and strong year-over-year growth, we lead in behavioral health, human services, and post-acute care technology. We build more than software. We partner with providers to solve challenges, anticipate change, and deliver smarter, more connected care. From EHRs to AI-driven solutions, our mission is to empower care teams to improve outcomes and redefine what's possible in healthcare. About the Role Join our HR Operations team as a Compensation Analyst, working alongside our Senior Compensation Data Analyst and Senior Data Analyst to support critical compensation practices. This 12-month intensive learning role builds foundational expertise in compensation management, data analytics, and HR operations through hands-on work with day-to-day compensation operations, executive bonus administration, and merit cycle support. What You'll Do Compensation Management & Analysis Support compensation benchmarking by gathering market data and preparing preliminary analysis Process compensation proposals for internal movements, external hires, and retention packages Support analysis of compensation trends across workforce segments, identifying patterns and outliers Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and business leaders on compensation data Annual Merit Cycle Support Ensure data integrity throughout the merit cycle by auditing employee data and validating calculations Assist with financial modeling to balance budget constraints with business objectives Prepare planned and ad hoc reports for HR Business Partners and business leaders Support manager communication and training materials Executive Bonus Program Administration Process monthly financial accruals for the executive bonus program Maintain participant data and alignment with financial metrics Calculate attainment levels and payouts based on plan designs Ensure accuracy and timeliness of quarterly and annual bonus cycles Data & Systems Management Use Excel, PowerBI, and Spiff (Salesforce incentive compensation platform) for data management and reporting Support weekly, monthly, and quarterly compensation reporting Identify data quality issues and implement corrections Contribute ideas for data improvements and system enhancements Process Support & Collaboration Participate in process improvement initiatives Communicate with cross-functional teams on compensation initiatives Support operational aspects of compensation projects Assist in resolving compensation-related operational issues What You'll Learn Compensation fundamentals: Market pricing, job leveling, pay equity, and incentive plan design Critical thinking: Analyze complex scenarios and make data-informed recommendations Strategic communication: Present data insights clearly across all organizational levels Cross-functional partnership: Navigate diverse perspectives to achieve shared goals Data analysis: Excel techniques, PowerBI dashboards, and compensation analytics Autonomy & time management: Balance ad hoc requests with planned work Business acumen: Connect compensation strategy to organizational goals Mentorship: Receive dedicated development support from the Senior Compensation Data Analyst Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, data visualization) Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization abilities Analytical and problem-solving skills Collaborative mindset with ability to communicate to various audiences Emotional intelligence and adaptability Initiative and learning mindset Preferred Experience with data collection, reporting, and analytics Familiarity with PowerBI or business intelligence tools Exposure to compensation practices, HRIS systems, or Salesforce platforms Understanding of data interpretation and trend analysis Netsmart is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All employment decisions at Netsmart, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion and transfer, are based on performance, qualifications, abilities, education and experience. Netsmart does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Netsmart desires to provide a healthy and safe workplace and, as a government contractor, Netsmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal law. 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