Sales Commission Analyst, Hyderabad (Contractor)

Schrödinger is on the cutting edge of computer-aided drug discovery and materials science. Our software platform continues to revolutionize the design of therapeutics and materials, and we leverage this platform to advance a pipeline of internal, wholly-owned drug discovery programs. We also license our software to leading biopharmaceutical and industrial companies, academic institutions, and government laboratories worldwide.

We're seeking a Sales Commission Analyst to support the operational execution of our commissions process in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for someone with a high attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, who thrives on resolving issues, scenario modeling, ensuring data accuracy, and delivering professional and responsive support to our sales operations and finance teams.

What You'll Do

• Accurately calculate monthly and quarterly commission amounts based on sales data, adhering to agreed-upon deadlines
• Create and maintain detailed reports on commission earnings and payouts, tracking exceptions and documenting processes
• Maintain and improve the monthly data validation process
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies with swift resolution and proactive communication
• Respond to inquiries from sales reps and management with professionalism and a problem-solving mindset
• Ensure data integrity across Salesforce, NetSuite, any commission platforms, and reporting tools to support internal controls
• Collaborate with the Accounting team during the monthly close to support accruals and variance analysis
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements to ensure and enhance accurate recordkeeping and responsiveness
• Support the Compensation and FP&A teams with incentive and policy modeling by effectively managing large data sets
• Additional duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• 1–2 years of experience in commissions, order processing, sales operations, or related role managing large data sets for accuracy—preferably in a software or SaaS company
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for resolving issues efficiently
• High proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with Salesforce and commission tools (e.g., Xactly, CaptivateIQ, Spiff) is a plus
• Clear communication skills and a service-oriented approach to internal support
• A process-driven mindset with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement

Additional Information

• The role will operate on the US West Coast shift
• Based in Hyderabad