Principal Sales Commissions Analyst

Cargurus - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

About the position

The Principal Sales Commissions Analyst at CarGurus plays a crucial role in driving decision-making through detailed analysis and data modeling. This position involves managing commission processes, ensuring compliance, and providing technical support while collaborating with various teams to support the company's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present commission plan designs, GTM changes, and analysis to senior leadership.
• Manage and maintain Captivate IQ software, overseeing the commission team's operations and processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate calculation and distribution of commission payments with high attention to detail.
• Utilize Captivate to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
• Develop and automate dashboards, stack rank, plan health, and other reports using best practice reporting processes.
• Assist with modeling and reporting for all commission deliverables.
• Ensure SOX compliance and manage SOX and accrual reporting.
• Respond to ad hoc analyses, special projects, and other related duties as required.
• Provide Captivate IQ technical support and training to all stakeholders.
• Create, develop, and implement repeatable business, operational, and financial processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related major required.
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience, ideally in commission management, sales operations, or finance, preferably in a global context.
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, Salesforce, or similar tools.
• Ability to project manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and integrity in striving for continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with data modeling and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance processes.

Benefits

• Equity for all employees.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Robust time off policies.
• Daily free lunch.
• New car discount.
• Meditation and fitness apps.
• Commuting cost coverage.