Financial Analyst

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our client's team located near Deerfield, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the design and maintenance of sales compensation programs. You will ensure the accurate calculation, reporting, and analysis of sales commissions, bonuses, and incentives, working closely with the sales, finance, and HR teams to ensure alignment and optimize sales performance.

Financial Analyst Responsibilities:

• Calculate monthly, quarterly, and year-end commissions and bonuses for sales teams, ensuring timely and accurate payments
• Support the setup, management, and maintenance of sales compensation plans, including commission structures, bonuses, and incentives
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of sales compensation data, including commissions and quota tracking reports
• Analyze sales performance data to identify trends and make recommendations on compensation adjustments to drive better sales results
• Work closely with sales leadership, finance, and HR teams to ensure compensation plans are aligned with sales goals and company objectives
• Investigate and resolve any issues related to sales compensation, including discrepancies in compensation calculations or plan misalignments
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing compensation processes and recommend best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports as required to support business decisions related to sales compensation and incentives

Financial Analyst Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in sales compensation, finance, or a related analytical field
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas); experience with sales compensation software is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage complex data and ensure accuracy in reporting and calculations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and explain complex compensation concepts

If you are interested and qualified in the Financial Analyst role, please apply today! Thank you, Lauren Just Senior Project Manager LaSalle Network