HR System Solution Architect-Varicent

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers and foster an inclusive workplace culture where all employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As an HR System Solution Architect within PNC's HR Information Systems organization, you will be based in Columbus or Cleveland, OH; Atlanta, GA; Dallas or Houston, TX; Chicago or Downers Grove, IL; East Brunswick, NJ; Pittsburgh, PA; or Birmingham, AL. Responsibilities Serve as a Varicent subject‑matter expert, responsible for platform configuration, administration, data integrity, and design decisions across incentive compensation programs. Analyze business and compensation requirements and translate them into scalable, compliant solutions, partnering closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and incentive plan stakeholders. Lead the design and evaluation of Varicent architecture, including plan structures, hierarchies, rules, data mappings, and reporting models. Oversee Varicent‑related initiatives and enhancements, including demand intake, design validation, testing oversight, and production readiness. Review and validate inbound and outbound data, calculations, and reports to ensure accuracy, auditability, and consistency across payroll and downstream processes. Monitor and recommend improvements to Varicent data flows, processing efficiency, and reporting performance, proactively identifying risks and optimization opportunities. Provide advanced end‑user and stakeholder support, including issue triage, root‑cause analysis, and guidance on best practices. Lead or contribute to process improvements and automation related to incentive compensation administration and Varicent operations. Implement complex Varicent system and configuration solutions, including enhancements that reduce manual effort and increase reliability. Analyze, design and implement the organization’s HRIS platform, including system administration/support and improving the efficiency of data collection. Serve as a subject‑matter expert for incentive compensation and HR data processes, partnering with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable system solutions. Consult on the evaluation, design, and analysis of HRIS for the organization and oversee related activities and projects. Monitor and recommend solutions for improving the efficiency of data collection and reporting procedures. Provide end‑user support and coordinate with other human resources functions to ensure that the HRIS adequately supports the organization’s HR practices, potentially leading process improvements where relevant. Recommend and implement complex systems and technology solutions. Qualifications Decision Making Human Resources (HR) Software Systems Human Resources Operations Results‑Oriented Strategic Planning Team Collaboration Application Development Consulting Business Process Improvement HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures HRIS Operations HR Operations Human Resources Policies Strategies And Environment Internal Resource Coordination Problem Solving Project Management Specific HR Systems Application Work Experience 3+ years of relevant or direct industry experience Education Bachelor’s degree Certifications No required certifications Licenses No required licenses Pay Transparency Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $119,600.00. Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business, and/or individual performance. Benefits PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on eligibility, options for full‑time employees include medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long‑term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; backup child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; and a robust wellness program with financial incentives. Paid time off includes maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; and between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history. #J-18808-Ljbffr