Commissions Analyst
CDW, Vernon Hills, IL, United States
Job Summary
The primary focus of the Commissions team is to ensure the accuracy of commissions earned by Sales coworkers as well as the timely payment of those commissions, to assist with monthly closings and account analysis, and to provide quality support through analysis and reporting. The Commission Analyst calculates commissions earned by coworkers in the Sales organizations and provides front‑line support to sales, working cross‑functionally to evaluate problems of moderate complexity. This role performs basic payroll reporting and analytics for assigned plans.
What you'll do
Research and respond to inquiries and requests for adjustments from Sales and Finance related to adjustments, invoices, freight, and returns.
Prepare commission earnings, including calculation and testing of system‑generated calculations to ensure accuracy and reasonableness of commission payments.
Process automated and manual adjustments as dictated by documented Commission policies.
Generate reporting and commission statements based upon transactional data.
Contribute to daily, monthly, and quarterly analysis, reporting, and presentations.
Analyze data for errors and apply independent judgment to reconcile and resolve.
Ensure financial close and reporting deadlines are met.
Monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting and system control procedures.
Perform User Acceptance Testing for Sales Compensation related system implementations and plan changes.
Research and validate the target incentives and reporting hierarchy for the Sales organization to ensure proper alignment.
What we expect of you
Bachelor's degree and 1 year of Finance, Sales Operations, Commissions, Project Management or related experience OR HS Diploma and 4 years prior Finance, Sales Operations, Commissions, Project Management or related experience.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with coworkers at all levels including senior leadership.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Successful track record of meeting deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
Working knowledge or familiarity with AS/400, TrueComp and ChangePoint is a plus.
Pay
Pay range: $27.88 - $38.66 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
AI‑fluent organization
CDW is committed to being an AI‑fluent organization. We are looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever‑evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision‑making.
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The primary focus of the Commissions team is to ensure the accuracy of commissions earned by Sales coworkers as well as the timely payment of those commissions, to assist with monthly closings and account analysis, and to provide quality support through analysis and reporting. The Commission Analyst calculates commissions earned by coworkers in the Sales organizations and provides front‑line support to sales, working cross‑functionally to evaluate problems of moderate complexity. This role performs basic payroll reporting and analytics for assigned plans.
What you'll do
Research and respond to inquiries and requests for adjustments from Sales and Finance related to adjustments, invoices, freight, and returns.
Prepare commission earnings, including calculation and testing of system‑generated calculations to ensure accuracy and reasonableness of commission payments.
Process automated and manual adjustments as dictated by documented Commission policies.
Generate reporting and commission statements based upon transactional data.
Contribute to daily, monthly, and quarterly analysis, reporting, and presentations.
Analyze data for errors and apply independent judgment to reconcile and resolve.
Ensure financial close and reporting deadlines are met.
Monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting and system control procedures.
Perform User Acceptance Testing for Sales Compensation related system implementations and plan changes.
Research and validate the target incentives and reporting hierarchy for the Sales organization to ensure proper alignment.
What we expect of you
Bachelor's degree and 1 year of Finance, Sales Operations, Commissions, Project Management or related experience OR HS Diploma and 4 years prior Finance, Sales Operations, Commissions, Project Management or related experience.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with coworkers at all levels including senior leadership.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Successful track record of meeting deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
Working knowledge or familiarity with AS/400, TrueComp and ChangePoint is a plus.
Pay
Pay range: $27.88 - $38.66 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
AI‑fluent organization
CDW is committed to being an AI‑fluent organization. We are looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever‑evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision‑making.
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