Senior, Sales Compensation Analyst
We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and customer-focused professional to join our Sales Compensation organization supporting one of Epsilon's strategic partner organizations. This role is responsible for executing day-to-day sales compensation operations while partnering closely with Compensation Design, Systems, and partner leadership to ensure accurate and timely compensation administration.
About the role
As part of a dedicated partner support team, you will help administer sales compensation plans, validate compensation calculations, support quota administration, resolve participant inquiries, and provide analytical insights that improve operational effectiveness. This position offers the opportunity to build a strong foundation in sales compensation while working directly with experienced leaders on strategic initiatives. You will work alongside a Senior Compensation Analyst and Director, Sales Compensation – Partner Strategy & Operations, gaining exposure to compensation design, quota management, governance, and analytics in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly and quarterly sales compensation process for assigned partner organizations.
- Validate commission calculations and review compensation data for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare compensation files and supporting documentation for payroll processing.
- Assist in final payout reviews and quality assurance activities.
- Maintain participant records and compensation plan assignments.
- Respond to compensation-related inquiries from sales associates and leaders.
- Investigate compensation questions and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Track and document compensation exceptions and escalations.
- Partner with senior team members to resolve complex compensation scenarios.
- Support annual and in-year quota loading and maintenance activities.
- Validate quota assignments and identify potential data discrepancies.
- Assist with quota reporting and reconciliation activities.
- Support quota changes resulting from organizational or territory updates.
- Prepare recurring compensation and quota reports for leadership.
- Analyze payout trends, quota attainment, and operational metrics.
- Identify data inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions.
- Support ad hoc analyses for business leaders and partner stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with compensation governance and internal controls.
- Document operational processes and recommend opportunities for improvement.
- Support user acceptance testing for compensation system enhancements.
- Participate in compensation process improvement initiatives and automation efforts.
- Partner with Compensation Design, Systems, Finance, Revenue Operations, and Payroll teams to support ongoing business needs.
- Assist with annual compensation plan rollouts and participant communications.
- Support training and documentation efforts for new compensation programs and processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Analytics, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in Sales Compensation, Sales Operations, Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Revenue Operations, Payroll, or a related analytical role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or professional experience supporting sales compensation, payroll, finance, or sales operations.
- Experience using Salesforce, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or compensation management systems.
- Familiarity with commission calculations, sales reporting, or financial analysis.
- Experience working with large datasets and performing data validation.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and business processes quickly.
- Experience supporting customer-facing or cross-functional business teams.
Benefits
- Flexible time off (FTO) and 15 paid holidays.
- Paid sick time.
- Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance.
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision).
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Tuition assistance.
- Commuter benefits.
- Professional development and employee recognition programs.
- Charitable donation matching.
- Health coaching and counseling.
Pay
USD $85,000.00 - USD $95,000.00/Annually.