Lead Sales Compensation Analyst

Motive

Lead Sales Compensation Analyst enhancing commission processes and ensuring accuracy in payments for Motive, a company empowering physical operations through technology.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $93,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compensation administration with a strong focus on data analysis, compliance, and process alignment. Proficient in advanced Excel and ICM tools to support commission administration and resolution of inquiries.

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Compensation AdministrationData AnalysisAdvanced Excel SkillsICM ExperienceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Compensation AdministrationData AnalysisAdvanced Excel SkillsICM ExperienceModel BuildingData ValidationCompliance TrackingUser Acceptance TestingPayment CalculationsTransaction Disputes

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsDetail OrientedAdaptabilityProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

XactlyCallidusVaricentAnaplanEverstageGoogle Sheets

Industry Keywords

Commission AdministrationPlan AcceptanceCross-Functional SupportCompliance AuditsHigh-Growth Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support day-to-day commissions administration process including global monthly commission payout, manual adjustments, and exceptions
Provide timely resolution for commission-related inquiries from plan participants including but not limited to system access issues, transaction disputes, credits, and payment calculations
Validate data and quantify impact through data analysis and communicate proposed resolutions and timelines to leadership
Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system updates by validating and confirming desired results
Track and report on the status of plan acceptance to ensure compliance and timeliness
Own process of end-to-end of organization alignment (hierarchy, setup, and payouts)
Offer cross-functional support to business partners as it pertains to data validation, data requests, and other various tasks
Work with business partners and auditors on an ongoing basis for ad hoc requests, projects, and compliance audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in compensation administration
Strong communication and customer service skills
Demonstrate the ability to learn about tools and systems to build on existing knowledge and processes
Willingness and ability to adapt to the rapid business and organizational changes that accompany a very high-growth environment
Highly detail oriented with emphasis on accuracy, coupled with the ability to see the broader picture
Advanced Excel / Google Sheet skills (proficient in building models and tools)
ICM Experience (i.e Xactly, Callidus, Varicent, Anaplan, Everstage) is a very strong plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Pharmacy benefits
Optical and dental care benefits
Paid time off
Sick time off
Short term and long term disability coverage
Life insurance
401k contribution