Manager, Accounting

Position Description

As an Accounting Manager in the Global Accounting group, you will play a central role in leading ongoing accounting operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Apply knowledge of ASC 340-40 (IFRS 15) to accounting for commission payments, including maintaining an understanding of Salesforce’s sales compensation plans and ad-hoc sales incentives
• Collaborate cross functionally with members of the Sales Compensation and Finance & Strategy teams
• Lead month-end close processes by reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations and conducting fluctuation analyses
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP standards, SOX controls and documentation
• Lead and prepare schedules to support the 10Q and 10K financial reporting process
• Work directly with internal and external audit teams to support the audit by providing supporting audit schedules, evidence, and process overview
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to the accounting processes including reconciliation of data, reporting, and analysis
• Run a diverse team at various levels and across various locations to accomplish tasks accurately and within specified deadlines
• Help build and develop the team and mentor, educate, and review the work of other supporting members of the accounting team
• Drive special projects to completion

• 6+ years total experience in accounting and public accounting (ideal candidate will have accounting firm and corporate experience)
• CPA (or local equivalent) Degree or equivalent relevant experience required
• Prior management experience within an accounting role
• Experience with Workday Finance, Oracle or other large ERP required (Workday Accounting Center is a plus)
• Intermediate/advanced Excel skills (e.g. complex formula & VLOOKUP experience) and ability to work with large volumes of transactional data
• Solid understanding of US GAAP with experience in technical accounting
• Solid understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence, interact, and partner with cross-functional and remote teams
• Experience will be evaluated based on the Values & Behaviors for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)

• Work experience from a Big 4 audit firm
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities effectively in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to think through new situations and evaluate data, draw valid conclusions, and effectively present information to management
• Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally and at various levels within a company
• Experience with accounting for costs to obtain a contract (ASC 340-40, Contracts with Customers) a plus
• Experience with Tableau

• Time off programs
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Mental health support
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee stock purchasing program

The typical base salary range for this position is $117,400 - $177,600 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.

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