Compensation and Benefits Accounting Manager

Primary Office Location :

626 Washington Place. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 15219.

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Position Title : Compensation and Benefits Accounting Manager

Business Unit : Finance

Reports to : Senior Manager of Compensation and Benefits Accounting

Position Overview :

This position is primarily responsible for accurate accounting, reporting and compliance of employee compensation and benefits, with a specialized focus on equity-based compensation, IRC Section 409A compliance and executive compensation disclosures. This role supports financial reporting, regulatory compliance and internal controls. This position requires close collaboration with HR, Payroll, Compensation and Legal teams to ensure the integrity of compensation related financial data and adherence to tax, accounting and SEC disclosure requirements.

Primary Responsibilities :

Assist in the preparation of and validation of executive compensation disclosures in the annual proxy statement, including CD&A tables.

Lead the administration of equity compensation programs, coordination with third-party platforms and ensuring compliance with ASC 718. Ensure accurate accounting records and expense recognition for all equity compensation related awards and transactions. Review equity compensation schedules and reconciliations.

Prepare and review journal entries for bonuses, stock-based compensation, retirement plans and other employee benefits. Reconcile general ledger accounts related to incentive compensation, benefits and equity awards. Review data compiled for Finance for the quarterly financial statement footnotes for SEC filings (i.e., 10-Q and 10-K) related to equity compensation.

Monitor and ensure compliance with IRS Section 409A for non-qualified deferred compensation plans, including RSUs. Lead the accounting and financial reporting for deferred compensation plans, including accruals, funding schedules and compliance with applicable tax and accounting standards.

Lead the accounting of the corporation's various employee benefit programs. Oversees the review and processing of monthly benefit invoices. Prepares various financial reports accurately and timely for presentation to senior managers.

Leads the preparation and filing of government PBGC reports for the pension plan, as well as the annual Form 5500 filings for the pension, 401(k) and welfare plans. Leads the data compilation and coordination of the 401(k) non-discrimination testing. Leads the coordination of the external employee benefit plan audits for the pension and 401(k) plans.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate internal and external audits, by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries related to compensation and benefits.

Compiles and analyzes financial information to calculate budget and accrual amounts for company provided benefits and to elevate unusual results or trends to the attention of management. Recommended changes to related policies and procedures as accounting rules change and updates are needed.

Work closely with HR and Payroll to ensure data integrity and timely processing of employee compensation. Support the implementation of new benefit programs or changes to existing programs from an accounting perspective. Participate in cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives.

Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.

All employees have the responsibility and the accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing and monitoring the risk they encounter daily as required by F.N.B. Corporation's risk management program.

F.N.B. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions.

Minimum Level of Education Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position :

BA or BS

Minimum # of Years of Job Related Experience Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position :

Skills Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position :

Excellent project management skills

Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills

Ability to work and multi-task in a fast paced environment

Detail-oriented

Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software

MS Word - Intermediate Level

MS Excel - Expert Level

MS PowerPoint - Basic Level

Specialized knowledge of compensation, benefits and payroll practices and principles and accounting rules and bank regulations related to compensation and benefit plans. Knowledge of general ledger systems and HRIS.

Licensures / Certifications Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position :

CPA preferred.

Physical Requirements or Work Conditions Beyond Traditional Office Work :

N / A

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) :

It is the policy of F.N.B. Corporation (FNB) and its affiliates not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law. It is also the policy of FNB and its affiliates to employ and advance in employment all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. FNB provides all applicants and employees a discrimination and harassment free workplace.