
Incentive Compensation Associate
Cleveland, OHFull-time$40–69K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Incentive Compensation Associate, part of PNC’s Total Rewards organization, administers non-annual incentive compensation and supports quarterly processes, data accuracy, and calculations. The role reviews and tests Varicent system changes and supports process improvements during off-cycle periods. It is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or Cleveland, Ohio, and PNC describes itself as an in-office company. The position does not offer employment visa sponsorship or STEM OPT participation.
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PA - Pittsburgh (15222)
OH - Cleveland (44114)
Full time
R239104
Position Overview
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Incentive Compensation Associate within PNC's Total Rewards organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH.
The role focuses on managing quarterly incentive processes, ensuring data accuracy and correct calculations. It also involves reviewing and testing system changes in Varicent and supporting process improvements during off-cycle periods. We are looking for candidates with strong attention to detail and a desire to learn.
PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Job Description
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Under supervision, administers and executes non-annual incentive compensation.
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Executes day to day administration of non-annual incentive compensation for applicable business segments within the organization.
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Monitors compliance with internal controls through auditing and testing of incentive inputs and outputs. Provides applicable analytics and modeling to support overall organizational financial and operational soundness.
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Leverages various forms of technology in support of incentive calculations and analytics for applicable business segments.
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Provides day to day research and communication for field inquiries. Leads business-specific projects designed to enhance employee awareness and understanding.
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
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Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
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Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred Skills
Business, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Financial Analysis, Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), Human Resources (HR), Payroll, Payroll Processing, Process Improvements, Project Management
Competencies
Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Business Acumen, Business Analytics, Effective Communications, Incentive Programs, Problem Solving, Project Management
Work Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Education
Bachelors
Certifications
No Required Certification(s)
Licenses
No Required License(s)
Language Assessments
No Required or Preferred Language Assessments
Pay Transparency
Base Salary: $40,000.00 – $68,750.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education.
Application Window
Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 11/03/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .
Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [email protected] . Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
California Residents
Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice (https://content.pncmc.com/live/pnc/aboutus/HR/Onboarding/PNC\_CCPA\_Privacy\_Disclosure\_Employee.pdf) to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.
For nearly 160 years, PNC has strived to make a meaningful impact for our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. We believe our success and positive reputation are built on open and honest dialogue, an unwavering focus on smart risk management, relationship-based customer service and community investments. Our inclusive workplace allows our employees to be heard, valued, and developed to do their best work.
Being a great place to work means we are making a lasting difference for everyone we serve. Check out the top reasons to join PNC.
PNC’s total rewards package includes things like time off, benefits, learning and career development, wellness programs, recognition and much more. The benefits and programs highlighted below are just a sampling of what PNC offers its employees. To learn more, visit our Total Rewards page (https://careers.pnc.com/global/en/total-rewards) .
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How this job compares
Set against the 5,685 open Human Resources jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$40–69K/yr
- Ohio median$88–132K/yr72 salary ranges
- US median$95–140K/yr2,672 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $54K, is 52% below the Ohio median midpoint ($113K) — in the lowest quarter of Human Resources salary ranges in Ohio.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 294 open Human Resources jobs in Ohio and 5,685 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Ohio
- FirstEnergy11 open
- OWENS CORNING CORPORATE SERVICES, LLC10 open
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Human Resources postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 4,000 postings).
- Education
- 1,459 of the 5,685 open Human Resources jobs (26%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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