At Compass, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. Founded in 2012, we’re revolutionizing the real estate industry with our end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to seller and buyer clients.
As a Commission Specialist, you will be an integral member of our dynamic and growing Transaction Management team and will assume responsibility for reconciling and processing commissions for sales, rental, and referral real estate closings, for our New York and Connecticut market. The Commission Specialist role involves collaborating within our team to support compliance and commission aspects of the listings, transaction, and commission process. You will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the company, interacting daily with agents and the Transaction Management and Accounting teams.
Please note: This position is required to work out of one of the following Compass offices located at 110 5th Avenue one day, every other week, and expected to visit other New York/CT offices occasionally for special events if needed. Compass values in-person connection. While this department is currently working within a hybrid attendance policy, we ask employees to prioritize visiting local offices where they may find value in connecting with their colleagues and customers in person more regularly. You will be expected to comply with your department’s schedule, as outlined by your hiring manager. Please note that the department's current policy is subject to change in the future.
At Compass You Will:
- Handle document tracking for a large volume of real estate transactions from listing to close, and/or contract to close, ensuring compliance with brokerage and legal requirements
- Ensure real estate contracts are processed properly and in a timely matter, with a focus on the details
- Navigate company systems to validate accuracy of compliance and commission records
- Provide support to Agents in response to inquiries regarding commission payouts, deductions, and commission calculations
- Collaborate with sales managers and other support teams to offer outstanding support to the agents
- Process commission payments to agents, while tracking referral payments and agent deductions
- Work closely with accounting to review and audit commission records in the accounting system
- Collaborate with sales managers and other support teams to offer outstanding support to the agents
- Partner with the Accounting team to research and respond to commissions inquiries impacting the monthly financial statement close
- Collaborate with the Product & Engineering Team to help us build a better real estate transaction system
What We Look For:
- 2+ years of experience in a real estate transaction-processings function, accounting, finance, or payroll function preferred
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of agent’s contract data
- Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong written, quantitative, verbal, and presentation skills
- Proficient in Excel and G-Suite platforms
- Impeccable attention to detail and solid customer service instincts
- Be comfortable with new system rollouts
- BA or BS degree
Compensation: The base pay range for this position is $29.00 - $32.00/hr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.
Perks that You Need to Know About:
Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.
Notice for California Applicants
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Skills Required
- 2+ years experience in real estate transaction-processing, accounting, finance, or payroll function
- BA or BS degree
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in G-Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong quantitative and presentation skills
- Impeccable attention to detail and solid customer service instincts
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of agent contract data
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Be comfortable with new system rollouts
Compass Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Compass and has not been reviewed or approved by Compass.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as comprehensive, with some noting fully paid dependent coverage and solid plan options. Wellness resources and assistance programs further support overall health needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is characterized as generous for both birthing and non-birthing parents, supporting time at home. Company policies also reference family medical leave.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match alongside an employee stock purchase plan and equity grants adds long-term financial value. These elements broaden total rewards beyond base pay.
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What We Do
A real estate company with a purpose; we are building the first modern real estate platform, pairing the industry’s top talent with technology to make the search and sell experience intelligent and seamless.
Why Work With Us
We are a tech company reinventing the space. To lead the industry requires the smartest tools built by the brightest minds across engineering, design, and strategy. Through our proprietary platform, Compass is changing how agents and clients navigate the process of finding or selling a home. Join our team today!









