Sales Compensation Accounting Lead

1 week ago


Palo Alto, California, United States MongoDB Full time

MongoDB is experiencing remarkable growth and is seeking a driven and seasoned Sales Commission Accounting Manager to join our Sales Compensation team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to engage deeply and make a significant impact within a rapidly expanding organization. In this pivotal position, you will collaborate closely with executives and various internal departments, including Sales, Sales Operations, Sales Analytics, Deal Desk, Business Systems, Finance, Accounting, and HR, to enhance and establish processes and systems that support our growth trajectory.

Your Key Contributions:

  • Oversee MongoDB's commission accounting and manage the monthly closing process for both domestic and international operations. This involves meticulous coordination, recording and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Lead a team of two direct reports, fostering their professional development.
  • Conduct reconciliations between actuals and budget, serving as the primary liaison with the FP&A team.
  • Collaborate with Sales Operations, FP&A, and the Commissions Manager to assess new compensation plan modifications and evaluate their accounting implications and operational viability.
  • Navigate the complexities of commission accounting resulting from changes in accounting standards.
  • Act as the dedicated subject matter expert for MongoDB's Capitalized Commission Process.
  • Manage commission-related SOX controls and coordinate with internal and external auditors, ensuring adherence to our commissions accounting policies under US GAAP, including the development of Technical Accounting Memos.
  • Drive continuous enhancements to the closing process through automation and re-evaluation of legacy procedures, while maintaining and drafting process documentation.
  • Support system integration initiatives, which involve implementing various finance and accounting solutions (such as Xactly CEA Accrual, Xactly Incent, NetSuite, etc.).

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience.
  • CPA certification is mandatory.
  • 1 to 2 years of experience in managing personnel.
  • In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, ASC 606, and SOX regulations.
  • Familiarity with business systems like Xactly, NetSuite, and Floqast is highly desirable.
  • Understanding of internal controls over financial reporting and the capability to implement controls to mitigate business risks.
  • Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments.
  • Experience in scaling processes from inception to a highly optimized state.
  • Adept at managing deadlines and prioritizing multiple projects and responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of incentive plan structures (quotas, accelerators, pay mix, and on-target earnings) and related systems.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Personal Attributes:

  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative spirit.
  • Self-driven with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • Innovative thinker capable of identifying problems or opportunities for improvement in existing processes and providing creative solutions.


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Amazon Full time

    Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider, providing virtualized infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world. AWS runs a globally distributed environment, operating at massive levels of scale and is growing at a staggering pace in terms of revenue, customers, people and complexity....


  • Palo Alto, California, United States ServiceMaster Clean of University Place Full time

    Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryFree food & snacksPaid time offTraining & developmentPosition OverviewWe are excited to announce an opening for an Account Executive at ServiceMaster Clean of University Place. This role is crucial for driving growth in our commercial cleaning sector. As part of our dedicated team, you will play a key role in...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States MongoDB Full time

    MongoDB is experiencing remarkable growth and is in search of a driven and seasoned Sales Commission Accounting Manager to join our Sales Compensation team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to engage actively and make a significant contribution within a rapidly expanding organization. In this impactful position, you will collaborate closely with...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States MongoDB Full time

    MongoDB is experiencing remarkable growth and is in search of a driven and seasoned Sales Commissions Accounting Manager to join our Sales Compensation team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to engage directly and make a significant impact within a rapidly expanding organization. In this pivotal position, you will collaborate closely with...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Dell Technologies Full time

    About the RoleJob Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Account Manager to join our Direct Sales Team in Palo Alto, California. As a Sales Account Manager, you will be responsible for developing new accounts and expanding existing ones within an established geographic territory or product line.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Brilliant Earth Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Summary:The Retail Sales Assistant Manager for our company will build, lead and mentor a team of dedicated sales professionals responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales growth. The ideal candidate will have experience managing people in retail or direct-to-consumer sales, and a proven track record of...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Palantir Technologies Full time

    Join a Transformative Organization Palantir Technologies is at the forefront of developing advanced software solutions that facilitate data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. Our platforms empower partners to tackle critical challenges, from accelerating drug discovery to enhancing public safety. Position Overview As a vital member of the...

  • Tax Professional

    3 days ago


    Palo Alto, California, United States Platform Accounting Full time

    **Job Type:** Internship**Description:**We are seeking a Tax Professional who has an entrepreneurial spirit and is passionate about the accounting industry. Our Tax Professional will be responsible for identifying and resolving technical tax issues, researching, and supporting various tax projects, and carrying out other projects as assigned. It is critical...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Guardant Health Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Regional Sales Director to lead our sales efforts in the Southwest region. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving business growth and expansion in the oncology market.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales objectives.Lead a team of...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Mibura Incorporated Full time

    About Mibura IncorporatedMibura Incorporated is a leading provider of silicon-focused solutions for data infrastructure. Our mission is to empower progress by delivering innovative technology that meets the evolving needs of our customers.We believe that infrastructure is the backbone of modern society, and that execution is just as important as innovation....


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Palantir Technologies Full time

    Join a Transformative Organization Palantir is at the forefront of developing innovative software solutions that enable data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. Our platforms are instrumental in empowering our partners to tackle significant challenges, from advancing medical research to optimizing supply chains and enhancing public safety....


  • Palo Alto, California, United States EarnIn Full time

    About EarnInEarnIn is a pioneering fintech company that empowers individuals with real-time financial flexibility. Our mission is to build products that deliver financial freedom to those who need it most. With over 13 million app downloads and $15 billion in earnings accessed, we're committed to innovation and growth.Job SummaryWe're seeking a highly...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Zeni Full time

    Job OverviewSalary: CompetitiveAbout ZeniZeni is an innovative financial platform designed to simplify financial operations for businesses. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive solution that encompasses bookkeeping, banking, payroll, and bill payments, all within a single, user-friendly interface. With cutting-edge AI technology and a dedicated team, we...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Dexian - Signature Consultants Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesManage Comprehensive Accounting: Oversee the complete accounting cycle, including accounts payable, journal entries, monthly accruals, and reconciliations.Ensure Rent Roll Accuracy: Conduct thorough reviews of the monthly rent roll to guarantee precision.Monitor Cash Receipts: Review and post daily cash receipts and tenant rents while...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Dexian - Signature Consultants Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesManage Comprehensive Accounting: Oversee the complete accounting cycle, which includes accounts payable, journal entries, monthly accruals, and reconciliations.Ensure Rent Roll Accuracy: Conduct thorough reviews of the monthly rent roll to guarantee precision.Monitor Cash Receipts: Review and record daily cash receipts and tenant rents...

  • Lead Sales Associate

    2 weeks ago


    Palo Alto, California, United States Crossroads Trading Full time

    Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insuranceOpportunities for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentVision insuranceWellness resources"Creative, friendly" "Fun, Collaborative" "Great Work Environment" That's how our team members have described their experience at Crossroads Trading, a well-known buy-sell-trade...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Obsidian Security Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Enterprise Account Executive to join our team at Obsidian Security. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive account plan to drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively identify, qualify, and close...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Regal Executive Search Full time

    Position Overview: Senior Accounting ManagerRegal Executive Search is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to take charge of the accounting operations within our management entity.The successful candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, along with strong verbal and written communication capabilities, complemented by robust analytical and...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States AchieveKids Full time

    Job OverviewSalary: $55K - $70K per yearPosition: Payroll and Accounting AssociateOrganization: AchieveKidsAchieveKids is a vibrant, non-profit educational institution dedicated to special education, with over 60 years of experience in fostering skill development for students in various learning environments. Our mission is to create a joyful learning...


  • Palo Alto, California, United States Aisera Full time

    Job DescriptionAisera is a leading provider of AI-powered solutions, utilizing cutting-edge technology to drive business transformation and revenue growth through a self-service model.Our AI-powered platform uses industry-specific AI to deliver human-like experiences and auto-remediate requests through AI workflows. With 400+ integrations and 1200+ prebuilt...