Variable Compensation Analyst - #193092

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OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

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At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

YOUR IMPACT

Join our dynamic Variable Compensation team and play a key role in the accurate calculation, analysis, and communication of performance-based compensation for our global business units. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Variable Compensation, you will be responsible for executing complex compensation calculations, preparing accruals, and reconciling accounts. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects throughout the year, supporting the team in maintaining accuracy, transparency, and operational excellence.

What The Role Offers

• Execute complex variable compensation calculations for sales and eligible personnel in accordance with compensation plan provisions
• Reconcile input and output data for system-driven calculations; may require data transformation using SQL, Python, or Xactly Connect
• Support month-end processes by preparing accruals, journal entries, and account reconciliations while investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Troubleshoot and resolve compensation-related issues using multiple systems while maintaining clear and auditable records
• Respond to inquiries from plan participants and business partners through thorough investigation, clear analysis, and timely communication
• Support special initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, or system integrations as needed
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and enhance stakeholder experience
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across teams and functions
• Excellent communication skills—able to present ideas clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing
• Sharp analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and resolve complex business problems
• Proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced required); experience with Xactly, Xactly Analytics, Xactly Connect, SQL, or Python is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; an advanced degree is a plus
• 1–2 years of experience in Compensation, Financial Analysis, or a similar data-driven role preferred
  
  

One Last Thing

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [email protected]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.