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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Attributes
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Elise Johnson

Frisco,TX

Summary

An analytical, performance-driven, and dependable professional with 10+ years' expertise in internal audit and a multi-industry background in consumer, retail, aviation, and automotive sectors. Detail-oriented Compensation Analyst demonstrating superior knowledge of the latest salary and job trends. Astute professional with a background reviewing compensation requests and providing appropriate salary suggestions. Ready to join a new organization collaborating with other professionals as part of a talented team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Compensation Analyst (contract)

DFW Airport
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • The Compensation Analyst role is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the Airport’s compensation programs
  • Prepared and updated job description records for all employees across company.
  • Programs include managing the Airports competitive position for all compensation programs, such as the annual merit and incentive administration, structured development, job evaluation, market compensation studies, position management, reclassification, salary offers, reorganizations and data request
  • Designs, develops, and conducts surveys for gathering and analyzing salary data, trends, and market movement
  • Develops the Department of Public Safety and General employee salary structure analysis.

Compensation Analyst

Destination Pet
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of positions, job classifications, job levels, salary ranges, and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) statuses, providing insightful recommendations for revising existing practices
  • Collaborated with recruiters to help develop compensation packages and maintain fair employee pay levels.
  • Optimized compensation structures by conducting comprehensive market analyses and benchmarking studies.
  • Developed job evaluation tools to ensure consistent, equitable pay practices throughout the organization.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction with competitive compensation packages, utilizing data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Utilize internal equity and external market data to determine suitable pay levels and serves as the subject matter expert by presenting information and conducting meetings with the leadership team and other stakeholders.
  • Educated hiring managers on prevailing wage requirements for government contracts, ensuring full compliance while attracting top talent in a competitive market sector.

Budget Support (contract)

Richardson ISD
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Contributed to the upkeep of the district's position file and various budget records
  • Ensured the coherence of budget codes across different positions and promptly communicated any coding errors to the relevant staff members
  • Provided support to the Director of Budget in diverse accounting and project-related tasks
  • Coordinated position changes with Human Resources and delivered clear and accurate information to various departments.

Compensations Analyst

Service Experts
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive job analysis and market pricing, preparing accurate job descriptions and determining appropriate base pay and salary grades through meticulous research utilizing a range of compensation analyst tools
  • Collaborated closely with Talent Acquisition Partners to review offer letters for promotions and new roles while evaluating and providing recommendations on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status of both new and existing positions
  • Effectively communicated clear and accurate information to various departments.
  • Optimized compensation structures by conducting comprehensive market analyses and benchmarking studies.

Compensation Specialist

Avantax Wealth Management
06.2014 - 07.2021
  • Efficiently processed compensation, conducted commission data rejection audits, reviewed departmental documents, and demonstrated meticulous attention to detail in providing operational support to CPA/Advisors
  • Leveraged strong analytical, accounting, mathematical, and problem-solving skills to provide support to brokerage and direct business operations for financial advisors, demonstrating a proven ability to effectively manage and utilize large amounts of data
  • Ensured adherence to quality standards outlined in the Advisor Compensation Audit Program while facilitating communication with internal departments through tracking and updating project information, as well as organizing meetings to discuss audit findings and project statuses
  • Delivered necessary process procedure training to CPA/Advisor firms as required.

Sales Service Support

Delta Airlines
11.2011 - 01.2013
  • Offered exceptional customer service by providing problem-resolution services to passengers, along with valuable fare and flight advice
  • Demonstrated adept sales skills and techniques by offering relevant add-on products to cater to travel needs while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction
  • Collaborated with management to effectively address escalated issues, contributing to enhanced flying experiences for passengers.

Education

Master of Public Administration -

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL

B.S. Business Management -

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Employee Relations
  • Compliance Regulations
  • Insurance Vendor Management
  • Benefits Administration
  • HRIS
  • Payroll
  • Relationship Building
  • Training
  • Internal Audit
  • HR Strategy
  • Customer Service
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Decision-Making
  • Data Entry
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Professional Attributes

  • Analytical skills to assess and analyze compensation data, benchmarking information, and market trends, including interpreting complex financial data, identifying patterns, and drawing meaningful conclusions.
  • Attention to detail and precision in analyzing and managing compensation packages, including base salary, incentives, bonuses, and benefits, while minimizing errors and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations
  • Knowledgeable in current labor laws, regulations, and industry best practices, including familiarity with local, state, and federal laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and equal pay regulations, to ensure compliance and provide accurate advice and guidance to management and employees.
  • Proficient in utilizing compensation management software, spreadsheets, and databases to effectively manage compensation data and conduct analyses, with familiarity in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and payroll systems for efficient tracking and processing of compensation-related information

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Compensation Analyst (contract)

DFW Airport
07.2023 - 10.2023

Compensation Analyst

Destination Pet
07.2022 - 06.2023

Budget Support (contract)

Richardson ISD
01.2022 - 07.2022

Compensations Analyst

Service Experts
08.2021 - 10.2021

Compensation Specialist

Avantax Wealth Management
06.2014 - 07.2021

Sales Service Support

Delta Airlines
11.2011 - 01.2013

Master of Public Administration -

Nova Southeastern University

B.S. Business Management -

Nova Southeastern University
Elise Johnson