Cognizant
Location
Secunderabad | India
Job description
Sales Compensation Team Lead
The Sales Compensation Analyst will be responsible for configuring and maintaining our cloud-based application Xactly to support sales incentive program and the overall health of the Xactly application, with a focus on integrating upstream data with respective systems as well as downstream performance reporting and analytics.Specifically, ensuring (1) upstream data is able to be loaded accurately and timely, (2) providing support with various types of ad hoc adjustments, (3) supporting calculation cycles, finalizing periods etc.The Analyst will also create, troubleshoot and optimize current application configuration as needed, inclusive of designing reports in Analytics or collaborating on designing reports in Tableau.
You will:
Support the administration and analysis of MBOs, quarterly commission payments, and SPIFF payouts
Reconcile Salesforce bookings, Workday employee data and Anaplan financials to ensure accurate compensation data sources
Prepare Xactly load files with quotas, credits, adjustments and other key information
Provide ongoing support on commission issues as they arise
Analyze and prepare monthly or quarterly sales performance reports for FP&A and other members of the Commercial Organization, inclusive of KPI reporting
Ensure timely electronic distribution and acceptance of annual compensation plans, policies, and training
Perform scheduled and ad hoc analysis to help design and assess the effectiveness of variable compensation program, support the preparation of monthly and quarterly executive dashboards on key performance, pay, and commission cost drivers, as well as build out the reporting functionality in our .SPM platform (Xactly Incent & Objectives) for incentive compensation business metrics.
Be a subject matter expert for our incentive compensation planning cycles and an active participant in User Acceptance Testing
Recommend and document best practice processes & improve manual processes
Ensure the application is optimized to meet payroll and reporting deadlines
About you:
You are an analytical, process-oriented individual, with strong attention to detail and experience managing complex and evolving Incentive Plans
Experienced using, configuring and maintaining Xactly Incent and Analytics (required)(Objectives is a plus!)
Certifications in Xactly Incent, Analytics and Connect
3 - 4 years sales incentive compensation experience using Xactly
Strong problem solving and analytical skills with minimum direction
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
Salesforce.com experience preferred
Able to quickly adapt to new technologies and process changes
Microsoft Office or Google Suite skills (emphasis on advanced Excel/Sheets skills and Powerpoint/Slides)
BS/BA Degree or equivalent, preferably with a strong analytical background
Ability to synthesize information into actionable insights and contribution to both creating and executing business strategies
Must be able to function as part of a team and adhere to strict deadlines in a fast-paced, ever evolving environment
Bonus Points:
SQL or similar big data tools is required Tableau experience is a PLUS
Shift: 6 PM to 4 AM.
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Employee Status : Full Time Employee
Shift : Day Job
Travel : No
Job Posting : Jan 10 2024
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at or follow usJob tags
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