Sales Compensation Administrator

Internova Travel Group

Sales Compensation Administrator administering sales incentive and commission payments for Internova Travel Group. Collaborating with Compensation and Payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance in payments.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compensation administration, including incentive compensation and commission processing, while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with established guidelines. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Excel for data validation and analysis, with a focus on process improvement and automation.

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Compensation AdministrationIncentive Compensation ProcessingPayroll AdministrationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Data ValidationPayment ProcessingFinancial ReconciliationCommission CalculationAudit Procedures

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsEffective CommunicationFollow-Up SkillsProcess Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

HRIS SystemsPayroll SystemsSales Compensation Systems

Industry Keywords

Sales OperationsCompensation PlansPayment ThresholdsEligibility RulesData Accuracy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer recurring sales incentive and commission payment processes for assigned plans.
Compile, review, and validate commission and incentive payment data received from internal business partners.
Calculate, review, or audit incentive and commission payouts in accordance with approved plan documents.
Prepare payment files and supporting documentation for submission to Payroll within established deadlines.
Maintain records and documentation supporting payout calculations, reviews, and approvals.
Validate participant eligibility, performance results, quotas, attainment, and payout calculations against approved incentive plan rules.
Review incentive and commission results for consistency with plan provisions, payment thresholds, and internal controls.
Identify discrepancies, inconsistencies, and potential overpayments or underpayments before payroll submission.
Conduct pre-processing audits of payment reports and supporting data to support accurate and compliant payouts.
Investigate payment exceptions, discrepancies, and employee or manager inquiries related to incentive and commission payments.
Follow up with data owners regarding missing, incomplete, or inaccurate information impacting payment calculations.
Partner with Compensation, Payroll, Finance, Sales Operations, and business leaders to resolve payment-related issues.
Document exception resolutions and recommend corrective actions to reduce recurring issues.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, consistency, and control within sales compensation administration processes.
Recommend system automation, workflow enhancements, and standardized operating procedures to reduce manual processing.
Assist with testing compensation-related system enhancements, integrations, reports, and process changes.
Develop and maintain process documentation, job aids, and standard operating procedures.
Assist with ad hoc projects or other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2-4 years of experience in compensation administration, payroll, finance, accounting, sales operations, or a related analytical role.
Experience with incentive compensation, commission processing, payroll administration, payment validation, or financial reconciliations preferred.
Experience working with HRIS, payroll, incentive compensation, or sales compensation systems preferred.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and data validation techniques.
Ability to interpret and apply incentive plan provisions, eligibility rules, payment thresholds, and business rules.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and follow-up skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict processing deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to partner across Compensation, Payroll, Finance, Sales Operations, and business leadership.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive compensation and payroll data.
Process improvement mindset with interest in automation, standardization, and control enhancement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

choice of two medical plans
two dental plans
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
company-paid life insurance and AD&D
optional additional life insurance and AD&D
disability insurance
paid parental leave
paid time off
401k Plan with company match
discounted employee travel options
access to LinkedIn Learning webinars and courses
discounted pet insurance and auto, home, & renters insurance