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Commissions Analyst

Echo Global Logistics
United States, Illinois, Chicago
600 West Chicago Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
We are seeking an entry-level Commissions Analyst to fill a newly-created opening on our growing Incentive Compensation team, based in downtown Chicago. Reporting to the Director of Incentive Compensation, this role will support the Sales, Finance, Accounting, and Human Resources organizations by ensuring timely and accurate commission calculations, accruals, and payments. To be successful in this role, organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Your main priorities will include maintaining our commissions-processing system (via headcount management, system updates and adjustments, etc.), as well as assisting in the monthly close and financial reporting process.The ideal candidate will have an analytical mindset and thrive in a team-based environment under close direction from management. This role will have considerable organizational visibility, as you will be working with management from the various Sales departments within Echo, as well as responding to day-to-day inquiries from members of the sales force. Responsibilities Facilitate system updates and monthly headcount management, aiming to streamline and automate processes where possible; engage with outside consultants as needed to continue system development and improvement Ensure the timely and accurate processing of commission payments across the sales organization as a whole, including processing payroll within our commissions system, calculating any outside commission payments or client rebates, and producing sales accrual reports Respond to inquiries from the sales floor related to incentive compensation and educate participants on how to navigate our online commissions portal Perform ad-hoc financial and commission-related analyses for various department management including Finance and Sales Maintain existing internal reporting, developing ideas for additional reports and improved functionalities where applicable Assist in fulfilling requests for documentation from auditors, both internal and external Other various tasks, as discussed and assigned Requirements BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar discipline 0-2 years of experience in Compensation, Finance, Accounting, HR, Logistics, or related field Microsoft Office proficiency, with a strong understanding of Excel; knowledge of Tableau, SQL, Anaplan, and/or Incentive Compensation systems (particularly Varicent) a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively relay complex and/or technical information to those with a limited knowledge of compensation-related policies and concepts Highly motivated with a strong desire to succeed and achieve goals, as well as the willingness and ability to continuously learn new skills and take on added responsibilities Team player willing to put in extra work when necessary to help the team meet their objectives and deadlines Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers, handling crucial tasks so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that need to ship their products with carriers who transport goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. #LI-MA1 Work environment/physical demands summary This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. Benefits For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers. Compensation $56,641.00-80,671.00 per year This role is eligible for a bonus that is based on a combination of personal and business performance.