Sales Commissions Analyst

AppFolio, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AppFolio is seeking a Sales Commissions Analyst to own the end-to-end sales compensation and commission management cycle across assigned sales teams. You will configure incentive plan mechanics, build dynamic reporting views, and ensure precise, on-time commission payouts.

In this role you will perform cross-functional data validations and process optimization initiatives that support AppFolio’s growth. You will partner with Revenue Operations, Finance, HR, and Sales and build dashboards to

Qualifications

• Proven ability to explain complex incentive plan concepts and compensation structures clearly.
• Strong cross-functional relationship management in a collaborative environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end commission cycle processes, managing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual payouts for assigned sales teams.
• Administer and maintain sales compensation platforms (such as Xactly and SPIFF), building credit rules, calculation logic, statement views, and automated workflows.
• Partner cross-functionally with Revenue Operations, Finance, HR, and Sales to resolve commission inquiries, handle compensation disputes, and validate data streams across Salesforce and Workday.
• Build interactive dashboards, track quota attainment, and prepare monthly commission accruals to support precise financial and expense forecasting.
• Identify process bottlenecks and drive automation projects to streamline commission operations as the business scales.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Xactly

SPIFF

Salesforce

Snowflake

Workday

NetSuite

Job description

Finance & AccountingSan Diego,CaliforniaDallas,TexasSanta Barbara,CaliforniaRemote - San Francisco,CARemote - Denver,CORemote - Atlanta,GARemote - Chicago,ILRemote - Washington DC,United States

AppFolio is more than a company. We’re a community of dreamers, big thinkers, problem solvers, active listeners, and multipliers. At every opportunity, we set the pace while delivering innovation built to carry real estate into the future. One in which every experience feels effortless, yet meaningful. Where customers are empowered to take on any opportunity. We show up as one team, connected by our values to be a force for good. Because together, we have the power to create extraordinary outcomes for our customers, our communities, and ourselves.

The Sales Commissions Analyst will own the end-to-end sales compensation and commission management cycle across assigned sales teams. Acting as a key operational and financial partner, you will configure incentive plan mechanics, build dynamic reporting views, and ensure precise, on-time commission payouts. In this role, you will perform cross-functional data validations and process optimization initiatives that directly support AppFolio’s continued growth and scale.

Your Impact

Own the end-to-end commission cycle processes, managing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual payouts for assigned sales teams.

Administer and maintain sales compensation platforms (such as Xactly and SPIFF), building credit rules, calculation logic, statement views, and automated workflows.

Partner cross-functionally with Revenue Operations, Finance, HR, and Sales to resolve commission inquiries, handle compensation disputes, and validate data streams across Salesforce and Workday.

Build interactive dashboards, track quota attainment, and prepare monthly commission accruals to support precise financial and expense forecasting.

Identify process bottlenecks and drive automation projects to streamline commission operations as the business scales.

Qualifications

Proven ability to explain complex incentive plan concepts and compensation structures clearly to commissionable employees and cross-functional partners

Strong cross-functional relationship management skills with a track record of thriving in a highly collaborative environment.

Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical problem-solving abilities.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Must Have

4-6+ years of progressive experience in sales compensation, financial analysis, sales/revenue operations, or accounting, ideally within a SaaS or tech environment.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Hands-on experience administering commission tools such as Xactly or SPIFF.

Practical experience working with business systems including Salesforce, Snowflake, and enterprise ERPs like Workday or NetSuite.

Location

Find out more about our locations by visiting our site . All late-stage candidates complete an in-person meeting with an AppFolian as part of our hiring process.

The compensation that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $64,000 - $80,000 [base pay]. The actual compensation for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Please note that compensation is just one aspect of a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The compensation range listed here does not include additional benefits or any discretionary bonuses you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits - see here .

About AppFolio

AppFolio is the technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry. Our innovative platform and trusted partnership enable our customers to connect communities, increase operational efficiency, and grow their business. For more information about AppFolio, visit appfolio.com.

Why AppFolio

Grow

| We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves.

Learn

| We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We’re cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills.

Impact

| We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities.

Connect

| We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed.

Paddle as One.

Learn more at appfolio.com/company/careers

Statement of Equal Opportunity

At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.

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