Financial Compensation Analyst

Who You’ll Work With:

Working on the AllianceBernstein Private Wealth Management Commissions team offers a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of markets, client strategy, and advisor productivity within a highly respected global investment firm. The role provides deep exposure to the full economics of the wealth management business—how advisors generate value, how client relationships translate into revenue, and how compensation structures drive long‑term growth. It combines hands‑on administration and analysis of advisor commission programs with strategic insight into how advisor productivity drives firmwide performance. By supporting the calculation of commissions, managing related accruals, and ensuring clear, accurate documentation of compensation outcomes, this role plays a critical part in maintaining operational precision and advisor confidence. You also partner closely with senior teams across the business, leadership, finance, accounting, and payroll, gaining institutional knowledge and becoming a key contributor to decisions that shape the business. This blend of analytical rigor, cross‑functional collaboration, and meaningful business impact makes it an exceptional opportunity for anyone looking to grow within the wealth management ecosystem.

What You’ll Do:

Strategic Exposure & Business Insight

• Contribute to strategic initiatives by analyzing compensation trends, identifying process improvement opportunities, and helping inform decisions that shape the future structure of advisor incentive programs.
• Build expertise in the full economics of the wealth‑management business and how compensation shapes advisor behavior.

Compensation & Commissions Support

• Assist with preparing, reviewing, and validating Private Wealth Management commissions.
• Support quarterly compensation cycles by gathering inputs, processing commissions, and reviewing outputs.
• Respond to advisor and internal partner inquiries, becoming a trusted resource on compensation topics

Systems & Data Support

• Work hands‑on with key systems such as Varicent to validate compensation calculations and support testing.
• Assist with data pulls, reconciliations, and audit requests that strengthen reporting integrity.

Accounting & Payroll

• Help prepare payment files, track deadlines, and ensure all required approvals are secured.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing commission accruals.
• Reconcile compensation data between commission systems and accounting records.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience in finance, compensation, accounting, payroll, or analytical roles
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex datasets
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills
• Ability to follow established processes and document work clearly
• Exposure to sales compensation or incentive programs
• Familiarity with financial systems or reporting tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

About AB & Bernstein Private Wealth Management

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. 

Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!