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Sales Compensation Analyst

Appian · McLean, Virginia · On-site

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About Appian

AI automation for critical processes. Appian orchestrates AI agents, systems, and people on an enterprise platform, without replacing your systems. Backed by NEA.

About the role

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Education: Hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  • Experience: 2+ years of experience in sales compensation, sales operations, or related analytical roles
  • Analytical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas for compensation modeling and analysis
  • CRM Systems: Working knowledge of CRM platforms to extract, validate, and reconcile sales data for compensation purposes
  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain compensation plans clearly and resolve disputes diplomatically
  • Detail Orientation: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when managing high-stakes financial data and commission payouts
More about this role

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

Own the end-to-end monthly sales compensation process to ensure accurate, on-time commission delivery for Appian's global go-to-market organization.

The Sales Compensation team serves as a strategic business partner to Appian's Global GTM organization, ensuring that every sales professional is compensated accurately and on time. This team administers complex compensation plans, resolves disputes with precision, and drives continuous process improvements that scale with Appian's rapid growth in AI-Powered Process Automation. You will work cross-functionally with Finance, Sales Operations, Sales, and HR to maintain trust and transparency in our incentive programs.

  • Execute the end-to-end monthly sales compensation cycle to deliver accurate commission calculations and...

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