Finance Manager, Sales Compensation (Energy)

Role Overview

The Finance Manager, Sales Compensation will lead the financial planning, analysis, and operational support of sales incentive programs across the S&P Global Energy business. This role is responsible for helping design and administer compensation plans that motivate sales performance, align to business priorities, and maintain strong financial controls.

What You Will Do

Manage the financial oversight and analysis of sales compensation programs for SPGE, ensure plans support commercial goals and financial objectives, develop and maintain commission models, incentive calculators, and payout frameworks, and forecast sales compensation expense, accruals, and payouts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of financial acumen, analytical rigor, process discipline, and stakeholder management, and has experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, including commercial leaders, HR, Finance, and Sales Operations.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience in finance, FP&A, sales compensation, sales operations, or incentive planning
• Strong understanding of sales compensation principles, including incentive plan design, commissions, quota methodologies, territory setting and payout governance
• Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis
• Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights and practical recommendations for leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, including commercial leaders, HR, Finance, and Sales Operations
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience working with compensation, planning, or reporting systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility across functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference

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