Sales Commissions Analyst

Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we're the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we've been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus-our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role Overview
As a key member of the commission team, you will play a vital role in supporting commission processing, quota setting, and analytics for our U.S. and international teams. Your contributions will enhance the team's capacity to deliver detailed analytics and ensure seamless commission operations.
What You'll Do

• Calculate and process commission payments for sales teams and agents in accordance with established commission plans using our commission software.
• Review commission data for accuracy, ensuring all transactions and adjustments are correctly accounted for.
• Investigate and reconcile commission discrepancies, resolving issues promptly and efficiently.
• Analyze commission trends and provide performance metrics and pay-out reports to management.
• Develop and maintain commission tracking systems and dashboards to improve access to commission data.
• Generate comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual commission reports and presentations.
• Collaborate on the creation and modification of commission plans as needed.
• Drive automation and optimization of commission-related processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

What You'll Bring

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an analytical or finance-related role, with a focus on commission analysis, payroll, or compensation preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with compensation structures, commission plans, and commission software tools is a plus.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus' curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential-starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That's why we hope you'll apply even if you don't check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid