Executive Benefits & Compensation Analyst I

Trustmark Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustmark Corporation is seeking an Executive Benefits & Compensation Analyst I to support the governance and accuracy of executive compensation programs in Jackson, MS.

You will manage monthly and quarterly close processes for benefit plans, prepare disclosures for Proxy/10-K/10-Q, and liaise with internal teams and external vendors. Strong data analysis and accounting knowledge are essential, with an emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 2 years of post-graduate experience in Accounting, Audit, or Finance.
• Experience with general accounting practices and close processes.
• Strong data input, consolidation, and transformation skills.
• Ability to create dashboards and presentations in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Track Executive Benefit programs and ensure legal compliance and accurate reporting.
• Perform monthly and quarterly GL reconciliations for benefit plans and ensure timely adjustments.
• Prepare Executive Benefit Plan disclosures for Proxy, 10-K, and 10-Q.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors as liaison.
• Develop and review program documentation for participants, committees, and the Board.
• Coordinate vesting of restricted stock awards under the SICP and annual grant eligibility.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Integrity and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related

Master’s degree in Accounting preferred

CPA license preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word mail merge

SmartView

General Ledger systems

Job description

Executive Benefits & Compensation Analyst I

Responsibilities

• Tracks multiple Executive Benefit programs through documentation and following the proper legal guidelines to ensure legal compliance and accurate reporting.
• Complete monthly and quarterly general ledger reconciliations for benefit plans, noting that entries are reasonable and adjustments timely and accurate.
• Prepare Executive Benefit Plan disclosures for the Proxy, 10-K, and 10-Q.
• Build relationships with internal key stakeholders and external vendors to answer questions, coordinate large projects, and act as liaison between internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and review program documentation for participants, various committees, and the Board of Directors.
• Coordinate the process of granting and vesting of restricted stock awards under the SICP including determination of eligibility for annual grant and obtaining approval documentation needed.
• Coordinate the annual enrollment process, review participant elections and deferral amount for the NQDC.
• Draft and coordinate communications to directors and associates regarding matters related to the Executive Benefit Plans.
• Utilizes emotional intelligence to develop relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Associates are expected to perform all additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related degree
• 2 years of experience of post-graduation work experience in Accounting, Audit, or Finance
• Detail oriented
• Deadline management and prioritization
• Data input, consolidation, and transformation
• Quantitative data analysis, interpretation, and crafting presentation across common platforms (including Excel: pivot table, vlookups, complex nested formulas, SmartView, Adobe, etc…)
• Relationship management
• Knowledge of general accounting practices
• Interpersonal skills including effective written and verbal communication across various media platforms and channels
• Critical thinking and decision making
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Knowledge of Executive Benefit Programs preferred
• Master’s degree with concentration in Accounting preferred
• CPA license preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word mail merge preferred
• Experience with General Ledger bookings and monthly close processes including balance sheet reconciliation/substantiation, journal entries, and variance analysis preferred
• Experience in updating dashboards and presentations through Excel and PowerPoint preferred

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse requiring hand and wrist manipulation, while viewing computer screens.

Equal Opportunities for All

Trustmark exemplifies the strength and possibilities that come with a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Trustmark is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.