The Senior Manager for the Global V&A Rewards Interlock Team leads a team responsible for designing, building, and communicating rewards policies, processes, and programs to acquisitions and outsourcing deals that deliver the long-term HR strategy and goals of our business. This role is pivotal in managing Accenture’s global rewards strategy, philosophy, and processes, ensuring a consistent approach and experience for our people worldwide. The Senior Manager drives analytics and solutioning for acquisition work, collaborating closely with key function leads across Rewards (Planning, Executive Compensation, Compensation Administration, Benefits) and V&A deal teams from due diligence to cutover. This position requires strong leadership, ownership, and the ability to influence and drive results in a global, matrixed environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the management and continuous improvement of the V&A rewards database, ensuring regular updates and stakeholder education on acquisition processes and guidelines. 
• Provide expert guidance on the design and harmonization of Total Rewards structures for non-standard rewards models brought into Accenture. 
• Develop and deliver educational materials for the V&A community on key topics such as Base Pay, Bonus, Equity, Performance, Retention Programs, and Governance. 
• Drive solutioning with the V&A Team and stakeholders during due diligence and closed stages, maximizing opportunities for acquired individuals to join standard rewards programs. 
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across Career Architecture, HRBPs, Talent Strategy, and the broader V&A team. 
• Direct the adoption and execution of global base pay and bonus programs aligned with business objectives for acquisitions and outsourcing deals.  
• Lead process optimization initiatives using technology, automation, and analytics to enhance compensation operations and insights. 
• Independently resolve compensation issues and make recommendations for pay solutions. 
• Engage directly with senior leadership from acquired organizations, providing expert guidance on rewards integration.  

Leadership & Ownership Competencies: 

• Demonstrate strong leadership by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance. 
• Exhibit ownership in driving compensation initiatives, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation. 
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders, presenting complex data and recommendations with clarity and confidence.  
• Exercise judgment and confidence to influence alignment with company policies and goals. 
• Build personal credibility and effective relationships across different cultures and geographies, adapting communication and deliverables as needed. 
• Take responsibility for delivering professional, high-quality work with deadlines, navigating tight timelines and critical deliverables. 
• Show adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, leading change and process optimization. 

Job Requirements:

• This role is part of a global team and may require work outside of normal business hours to align with global stakeholders

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Total Rewards or Compensation
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions or Ventures & Acquisitions work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postgraduate/Graduate degree (HR designation/certification – CCP, desirable). 
• Proven experience in M&A and working with cross-cultural teams. 
• Advanced analytical, project management, and communication skills; proficiency in English (other languages a plus). 
• Experience with Workday, V&A/M&A, Market Intelligence Platforms, and real-time data sources preferred. 
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and data analytics. 
• Experience in process and rewards program design and acquisition management at an advanced level.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
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Role Location                                    Annual Salary Range

California                                           $132,500 to $338,300

Cleveland                                            $122,700 to $270,600

Colorado                                            $132,500 to $292,200

District of Columbia                         $141,100 to $311,200

Illinois                                                 $122,700 to $292,200

Maryland                                           $132,500 to $292,200

Massachusetts                                  $132,500 to $311,200

Minnesota                                         $132,500 to $292,200

New York/New Jersey                    $122,700 to $338,300

Washington                                      $141,100 to $311,200

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