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Job Description
The Sr. Sales Commissions Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the strategic aspects of the sales compensation process. In addition to administration of the incentive compensation plan for assigned sales teams, the Sr Analyst drives process improvements and oversees key aspects of commission planning. This role requires strong analytical expertise, strategic problem-solving, and leadership in cross-functional initiatives that enhance the overall efficiency of the sales compensation function.
*This is a hybrid role: 3 days/week in office.*
Careers homepage - https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/
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The Sr. Sales Commissions Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the strategic aspects of the sales compensation process. In addition to administration of the incentive compensation plan for assigned sales teams, the Sr Analyst drives process improvements and oversees key aspects of commission planning. This role requires strong analytical expertise, strategic problem-solving, and leadership in cross-functional initiatives that enhance the overall efficiency of the sales compensation function.
*This is a hybrid role: 3 days/week in office.*
- Lead the end-to-end process of calculating, analyzing, and validating complex commission payments.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Finance, HR, and the COE, to drive initiatives that support scalable growth, optimize workflows, and improve data integration.
- Conduct analyses of commission data to identify trends, provide insights, and make data-driven recommendations for compensation plan adjustments.
- Manage and resolve high-level escalations related to commission discrepancies, providing guidance and support for the commissions team.
- Support Finance leadership in providing accurate and timely commission accruals.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, participating in audit processes and regularly reviewing data integrity standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field;
- 4-6 years of experience in sales commissions, finance, or a related role, with demonstrated expertise in data analysis and process improvement.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, commission management software, and reporting tools; experience with Xactly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic approach to process design and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and present insights to senior leadership.
- Competitive salaries that landed us top 5% of similar sized companies (according to Comparably)
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%)
- 32 days paid time off (21 personal days, 10 national holidays, 1 floating holiday)
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for birth, adoption or surrogacy offered 1 year after start date
- 5 days paid yearly to volunteer (through Sage Foundation)
- $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after hire date
- Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually)
- Library of on-demand career development options and ongoing training offerings
Careers homepage - https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/
Glassdoor reviews - https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Sage-Reviews-E1150.htm
LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software
