Commercial Operations Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented Commercial Operations Analyst to support critical operational programs within a manufacturing environment in Austin, Texas. This is a Contract position focused on maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening process execution, and improving day-to-day administration across incentive compensation, expense management, and fleet operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a disciplined approach to managing data, controls, and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities:
• Manage recurring incentive compensation activities by preparing data, validating inputs, calculating results, and addressing questions or discrepancies.
• Oversee key compensation plan data such as participant eligibility, quotas, rates, thresholds, and supporting records to ensure reliable processing.
• Administer the expense management platform and related workflows, including user access, policy settings, approvals, and issue resolution.
• Review expense activity and corporate card transactions for compliance, reimbursement accuracy, spending patterns, and exception handling.
• Coordinate fleet program administration, including vehicle assignments, maintenance tracking, registrations, transfers, returns, and vendor follow-up.
• Analyze operational data across compensation, expenses, and fleet activities to identify trends, risks, variances, and improvement opportunities for leadership.
• Prepare recurring reports and summaries that provide management with clear visibility into performance metrics, cost drivers, and operational exceptions.
• Maintain process documentation, control checklists, and operating calendars to support consistent and timely execution.
• Lead process improvement efforts from initial assessment through implementation, including gathering requirements, testing updates, and monitoring outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Proven ability to manage detail-heavy operational processes with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities for reporting, validation, and trend analysis.
• Experience supporting administrative or operational workflows related to compensation, expense programs, fleet services, or similar business functions.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and resolve issues effectively.
• Knowledge of expense management, accounts payable, invoice handling, or account resolution processes is preferred.
• Ability to evaluate controls, identify risks, and recommend practical process improvements.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities.

Compensation

$33.00-$33.00 Hourly

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