A Sales Compensation Analyst responsible for administering and managing sales incentive programs, ensuring accurate commission payments, and supporting process improvements within a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
Administer sales variable payments such as commissions, draws, MBOs, and SPIFFs according to company policies.
Ensure accurate and timely distribution of sales compensation plan documents to employees.
Address inquiries, adjustments, and corrections related to commissions promptly.
Validate accruals and payments, providing insights on fluctuations and variances.
Maintain and document processes for monthly and quarterly sales commission close, accounting, and audits.
Support participant setup for sales plans, including onboarding, terminations, and changes, ensuring SOX compliance.
Perform User Acceptance Testing for sales compensation system updates and changes.
Identify and contribute to process improvements to scale sales compensation operations.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Sales Compensation role at a high-growth technology company or a company with 500 or more employees, with experience in administering sales variable payments such as commissions, draws, MBOs, and SPIFFs.
Bachelor Degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced skills in MS Excel and/or Google Sheets.
Experience with automated sales commissions systems and their setup and operation, such as Xactly, SAP, Anaplan, Oracle EIM, or similar platforms.
Demonstrated success in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with proven attention to detail.
Good business acumen and awareness of business trends.
High degree of motivation, responsibility, and flexibility.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive total compensation package
Employee-led remote and flexible working
Health benefits
Flexible working model including remote, hybrid, and in-office options
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