Own MongoDB commission accounting and facilitates the monthly close process for our domestic and international entities. This includes close coordination as well as recording and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations and fluctuation analysis
Manager a team of 2 direct reports
Lead actuals to budget reconciliations and act as point of contact with FP&A team
Work closely with Sales Operations, FP&A and Commissions Manager to evaluate new compensation plan changes and assess accounting impact and operational feasibility
Manage increased complexity of commissions accounting due to changes in accounting guidance
Dedicated subject matter expert of MongoDB’s Capitalized Commission Process
Own commission SOX controls and liaise with internal and external auditors, enforce and help to refine our commissions accounting policies under US GAAP including Technical Accounting Memos
Drive continuous improvements to the close process through automation and rethinking legacy processes, maintain and draft process documents
Assist with system integration activities, which includes implementing a variety of finance and accounting solutions (Xactly CEA Accrual, Xactly Incent, NetSuite, etc)
Experience and Skills:
5+ years of professional accounting experience
CPA required
1 to 2 years of people management experience
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, ASC 606 & SOX
Business systems knowledge such as Xactly, NetSuite and Floqast highly preferred
Knowledgeable of internal controls over financial reporting and ability to implement controls to mitigate business risks
Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple departments
Experience in scaling processes from ground up to a highly optimized state
Sensitive to deadlines and able to prioritize multiple projects and responsibilities
Working knowledge of incentive plan structures (quotas, accelerators, pay mix, and on-target earnings) and systems
Ability to work in a multifaceted and fast growth environment with changing priorities (Being a great teammate)
Personal Attributes:
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication, collaborative, and people skills
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and take initiative
Ability to grow and think outside the box, identify problems or opportunities to improve upon existing processes and provide innovative solutions