Sales Compensation & Analytics Specialist

Cadence

Cary (NC)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Job summary

Cadence is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Compensation Analyst to drive compensation plan modeling and payout estimations. You will collaborate with sales, IT, finance, and operations to ensure accurate accruals and timely communications.

The role requires a finance-focused bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in Sales Compensation. Strong Excel, data analysis, and negotiation skills are essential; Anaplan and Salesforce experience is a plus.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of work experience, preferably in Sales Compensation.
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and process improvement skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel (filters, sorting, formulas, V-lookups, pivot tables).
Experience with Anaplan, Salesforce, SQL, IBM Cognos, SAP and data hubs is a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze, improve, and manage Sales Compensation plans and related funds.
Model compensation plans and manage Goal Letters, distributions, and accrual estimates.
Handle day-to-day data processing, auditing, and reporting for business partners and auditors.
Lead cross-functional teams to implement process improvements within schedule and budget.
Provide data and recommendations for Sales Kickoff awards and commissions accrual estimations.