Senior Commissions Accountant

• Account for sales commissions in accordance with ASC 340-40 (the standard for capitalizing and amortizing the incremental costs of obtaining a customer contract, including sales commissions), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze commission plans, sales arrangements, and contract terms to determine the appropriate capitalization and amortization treatment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Sales Operations, Payroll, and FP&A to review and assess the commission implications of new plans, deals, and offerings.
• Prepare and maintain documentation supporting commission accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in the implementation and enhancement of commission management software and systems.
• Conduct periodic reviews and reconciliations of commission-related accounts, including clawbacks and true-ups.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Stay current on changes in accounting standards and regulations related to commissions and contract cost accounting.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or equivalent certification is a nice to have.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in commissions or revenue accounting, preferably within the software industry. Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of ASC 340-40 and accounting for the costs of obtaining a contract.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems. Experience with Net Suite and Salesforce is a bonus.
• Experience with commission management tools such as CaptivateIQ or Xactly is a plus.

Demonstrates expertise in commission accounting, including compliance with ASC 340-40, and possesses strong analytical skills for evaluating commission plans and contract terms. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and implementing commission management software.

• ASC 340-40 Compliance
• Commission Accounting
• Analytical Skills
• Accounting Software Proficiency
• Collaboration Across Teams

• Commission Analysis
• Revenue Accounting
• Capitalization and Amortization
• Detail Orientation
• Contract Cost Accounting

• Excellent Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Mentoring

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA Certification

• Sales Commissions
• Big 4 Accounting Firm
• Software Industry
• Internal Audits
• Commission Management Software

• Net Suite
• Salesforce
• CaptivateIQ
• Xactly
• ERP Systems