Analyst/Sr Analyst, Compensation Operations

Analyst/Sr Analyst, Compensation Operations

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

The Analyst/Senior Analyst, Compensation Operations is part of the Global Compensation, Mobility, and People Support team within the People Division. This role is responsible for supporting the operational execution of compensation programs, with a focus on severance administration, reporting, compliance, and vendor coordination. The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of compensation-related activities and supports the development and implementation of compensation policies and procedures.

What you'll do

• Administer severance packages, including calculations, documentation, and prepares materials needed for communication with impacted team members.
• Prepare and analyze compensation reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure all compensation activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as People, Finance, and Legal to ensure seamless execution of compensation operations.
• Liaise with external vendors to manage compensation-related services and ensure service level agreements are met.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all compensation-related activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of compensation policies and procedures.
• Provide support during audits and reviews of compensation programs.
• Process, code, and reconcile departmental invoices to ensure accurate and timely payment in accordance with company policies.
• Support the development of the departmental budget and annual operating plan, including data collection, and variance analysis.
• Enhance and maintain departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by identifying gaps, updating documentation, and proposing process improvements to strengthen operational efficiency.

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications – Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in a highly analytical role, demonstrating strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex information with accuracy

Preferred Qualifications – Education & Prior Job Experience

• 5+ years of experience in compensation, accounting, benefits administration, or financial analysis
• Experience developing, revising, or implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience supporting or managing compensation programs (e.g., severance)
• Prior experience supporting audits or compliance reviews
• Experience partnering with cross functional teams and external vendors to support compensation related workstreams

Skills, Licenses, and Certifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify gaps in processes and contribute to SOP improvements
• Advanced Excel or financial analysis skills (e.g., pivot tables, Power Query, modeling)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow established procedures
• Ability to work cross functionally with HR/People, Finance, Legal, and external vendors
• Demonstrated experience with invoice processing, coding, and financial reconciliation
• Working knowledge of budget development, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Professional certification preferred (e.g., CCP, CPA, CEBS, SHRM CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR)

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family, and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.

Feel free to be yourself at American. From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities, and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.