This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr. Manager, Commissions Accounting in United States.
This role sits at the intersection of technical accounting, financial systems, and data-driven transformation, focusing on one of the most critical cost areas in the business: sales and partner commissions. You will oversee end-to-end commission accounting while ensuring compliance with ASC 606 and strengthening financial accuracy across complex, high-volume datasets. The position goes beyond traditional accounting by driving automation, modernizing systems, and integrating AI-enabled tools to improve forecasting, reconciliation, and anomaly detection. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, RevOps, Legal, and Data Services to redesign scalable, efficient commission processes. Acting as a key advisor to leadership, you will provide insight into cost trends and financial performance drivers. This is a highly strategic and technical leadership role within a fast-evolving, data-centric environment.
Accountabilities:- Oversee end-to-end accounting for sales and partner commissions, including accruals, expense recognition, capitalization, amortization, and reporting.
- Ensure full compliance with ASC 606, including assessment of contract modifications, renewals, disputes, settlements, and clawbacks.
- Define, enhance, and maintain commission accounting policies aligned with evolving go-to-market and partner strategies.
- Lead technical accounting evaluations and operational readiness for new commission plans and partner structures prior to launch.
- Design and implement automated, scalable commission accounting frameworks capable of handling large global datasets.
- Eliminate manual processes and strengthen system-driven controls through modernization and automation initiatives.
- Develop predictive models and AI-enabled solutions for accrual accuracy, anomaly detection, reconciliation, and data quality monitoring.
- Ensure SOX-compliant control design and operation, including audit coordination and financial statement support.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve commission systems architecture and data integration.
- Mentor team members and build deep technical expertise within commission accounting practices.
Requirements:
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong focus on commission accounting and revenue-related cost structures.
- Deep expertise in ASC 606 and US GAAP, particularly related to contract acquisition costs and SaaS/subscription models.
- CPA certification is required.
- Strong experience with commission systems such as Xactly, CaptivateIQ, Varicent, or similar platforms.
- Advanced ERP experience (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday).
- Strong data analytics skills, including SQL and ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
- Experience designing and operating SOX-compliant financial controls.
- Proven ability to automate accounting processes and modernize financial systems.
- Strong analytical mindset with ability to identify risks, trends, and inefficiencies in complex data environments.
- Ability to translate accounting requirements into system and technical solutions.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with experience collaborating across technical and business teams.
- Highly detail-oriented, systems-driven, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, transformation-focused environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary ranging from approximately $126,000 to $244,000 depending on location and experience.
- Eligibility for annual performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and disability insurance coverage.
- Paid time off and paid parental leave.
- Inclusive workplace culture with strong commitment to diversity, equity, and employee resource groups.
- Opportunities to work in a highly innovative, AI-first environment focused on automation and digital transformation.
- Flexible work arrangements supporting remote collaboration across the United States.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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