Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Sales Compensation Analyst to support a short-term engagement focused on administering and optimizing sales compensation programs. This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate commission calculations, maintaining system integrity, and supporting ongoing compensation operations during a period of high demand.
This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with hands-on Xactly expertise who can quickly step in and add value in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily sales compensation activities in Xactly to keep core processes running accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and process monthly and quarterly incentive calculations by gathering sales data, applying plan logic, and confirming payout accuracy.
• Review compensation results against expected outcomes and investigate discrepancies before final submission.
• Maintain data quality across compensation records and support smooth execution throughout the financial close cycle.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to address operational issues, clarify compensation-related questions, and improve reporting visibility.
• Perform financial and variance analysis to identify trends, exceptions, and areas requiring follow-up within compensation data.
• Create ad hoc analyses and data-driven insights to support leadership decision-making during the transition period.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in sales compensation, financial analysis, or a related field
- Required: Hands-on experience with Xactly (Incent and/or Analytics)
- Strong proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
- High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a remote environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Experience in fast-paced or high-growth environments preferred