Senior Analyst

LHH; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Kansas City-area partnered with a growing organization to recruit a Commissions Analyst. The role involves supporting incentive compensation programs, data reporting, and analytics, with close collaboration across Finance, Payroll, Operations, and leadership teams.

The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, comfortable handling large datasets in a fast-paced environment, and focused on process improvement, data accuracy, and enabling key business initiatives

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in an analytical role.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Analytics, Business, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience working with large volumes of data.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and maintenance of incentive compensation programs.
• Calculate, validate, and reconcile compensation-related data.
• Prepare recurring reports and analyses for management and business partners.
• Analyze large datasets to identify discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Partner with Payroll, Finance, and operational teams to support monthly reporting cycles.
• Assist with compensation adjustments, corrections, and exception processing.
• Support month-end close activities and related financial reporting processes.
• Research and resolve compensation-related questions and discrepancies.
• Maintain documentation of processes, procedures, and business rules.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reporting and analytical tools.
• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing and well-established organization in the Kansas City area to identify a Commissions Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Finance, Payroll, Operations, and leadership teams while supporting critical compensation processes, reporting, and analytics.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large datasets in a fast-paced environment. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, improving processes, and ensuring data accuracy while supporting key business initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and maintenance of incentive compensation programs.
• Calculate, validate, and reconcile compensation-related data.
• Prepare recurring reports and analyses for management and business partners.
• Analyze large datasets to identify discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Partner with Payroll, Finance, and operational teams to support monthly reporting cycles.
• Assist with compensation adjustments, corrections, and exception processing.
• Support month-end close activities and related financial reporting processes.
• Research and resolve compensation-related questions and discrepancies.
• Maintain documentation of processes, procedures, and business rules.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reporting and analytical tools.
• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in an analytical role.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Analytics, Business, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with large volumes of data.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting compensation, payroll, reporting, finance, accounting, or operations functions preferred.
• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in process optimization.
• Demonstrated professional stability and desire for long-term career growth.

This position offers exposure to multiple areas of the business, strong visibility within the organization, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through analytics, process improvement, and operational support. The company values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement and is seeking someone who wants to grow with the organization over the long term.