Senior Compensation Analyst

About the Role Senior Compensation Analyst for an 18-month contract in Calgary, Alberta, working with Finance, HR and business leaders to deliver insights that support workforce planning, compensation strategy and labor cost management. What You'll Do

• Collaborate with Finance and Human Resources teams on workforce planning, budgeting, and compensation forecasting activities.
• Support labor cost management by providing analysis and recommendations aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead monthly compensation and workforce reporting, including variance analysis and trend identification.
• Develop meaningful insights and present findings to support informed business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and reporting obligations.
• Monitor and support adherence to collective bargaining agreements and related compensation practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reporting capabilities. What We're Looking For
• 5+ years of experience in compensation analysis, workforce planning, finance analysis, or related analytical role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting compensation programs and/or collective bargaining environments.
• Strong proficiency with Adaptive Planning and workforce planning tools.
• Experience partnering with Finance (FP&A), HR, and operational leaders on budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Advanced analytical, reporting, and variance analysis capabilities.
• Ability to identify trends, interpret complex data, and deliver actionable recommendations.
• Knowledge of compensation-related legislation, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and reporting systems. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: competitive wage commensurate with experience.
• Benefits/Perks: exposure to senior stakeholders, opportunity to work on high-impact projects that influence organizational strategy, collaborative work environment, and opportunities to further develop expertise in workforce planning, compensation analysis, and business partnership.