Global Compensation Services Coordinator – Downers Grove, IL

Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares, analyzes, and tracks expatriate payroll, compensation, benefits, global mobility and other assignment-related issues. Prepares compensation worksheets, payroll allowance calculations, cost projections, compensation summaries and W-2 reconciliations using standard software programs.
• Creates, develops, and administers the tax and compensation processes according to the client’s specifications and following Weichert’s standard operating procedures.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely documenting of conversations, exceptions, and correspondence in the system. Maintains file documentation and ensures data integrity. Adheres to Weichert’s privacy and policies standards at all times.
• Prepares international compensation calculations, including the calculation of hypothetical tax and assignment-related allowances such as cost of living and housing, as necessary using standard software programs.
• Coordinates all tax-related aspects of the assignee’s international assignment(s) with the tax return preparer as necessary.
• Creates individual letters of assignment and cost estimates according to the terms of the assignment, client policy and special circumstances as appropriate.
• Responds to payroll inquiries, policy interpretation, and expense questions from clients and assignees.
• Advises on enhancements or improvements to the client’s administration of services and/or processes and works with the Tax and Compensation Team Lead or International Tax and Compensation Manager on process improvement activities.
• Attends daily/weekly meetings to review all upcoming projects and deadlines.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports for both internal and external distribution.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area
• Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) certification preferred
• Enrolled Agent (EA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certifications preferred
• One (1) to four (4) years of relevant experience
• Previous experience in compensation accumulation/reporting strongly preferred
• Understanding of global compensation, tax, and payroll
• fluency in a foreign language(s) preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, especially Excel
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and fractions
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills