General Accountant, Commissions - Copperleaf - Mat Leave Cover (12-18 months)

IFS; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

IFS in Vancouver is looking for a General Accountant responsible for managing the lifecycle of variable compensation accounting and supporting financial reporting. The ideal candidate will collaborate effectively across teams and possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.

The role offers a salary range of $65,000 to $73,000 CAD annually, with a balance of remote and in-office working.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to commissions or variable compensation.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual variable incentive programs.
• Prepare monthly commission accruals in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate with HR and Payroll for timely release of commissions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)

Problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Xactly Incent

Job description

Position Overview

The General Accountant is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of variable compensation accounting and supporting the Accounting team with financial reporting. This role ensures accurate monthly accruals, timely payment processing, and complete alignment between financial reporting, payroll, and our software system. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Sales Operations, Finance, and HR/Payroll teams.

Key Responsibilities

Commission & Variable Incentive Management

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual variable incentive programs, including MBOs, presale commissions, and sales commissions.
• Validate sales performance data, compensation plan eligibility, and payout calculations.
• Maintain and update Xactly Incent to reflect earned commissions, adjustments, clawbacks, and payment status.
• Reconcile Xactly Incent outputs with internal financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Financial Reporting & Accruals

• Prepare monthly commission accruals in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Analyze commission trends, variances, and forecast impacts for financial reporting.
• Support month‑end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Partner with FP&A to provide commission‑related insights for budgeting and forecasting.

Payroll Coordination

• Collaborate with HR and Payroll to ensure timely and accurate release of commissions and MBO payments.
• Provide payroll‑ready files, approvals, and documentation for each commission cycle.
• Resolve discrepancies between payroll records, Xactly Incent, and accounting schedules.

Process & System Management

• Maintain commission plan documentation, workflows, and internal controls.
• Support enhancements to Xactly Incent, including configuration updates, testing, and data validation.
• Leverage AI tools and automation to streamline accounting workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to commissions or variable compensation.
• Experience with Xactly Incent strongly preferred; other commission systems an asset.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving ability.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.

Competencies

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• High integrity and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong process orientation with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and complex compensation structures.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $65,000 CAD to $73,000 CAD annually.

We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and in‑office working to enable flexibility for managing your life while ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to help screen and assess applications based on job‑related criteria such as skills, experience, and qualifications. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All employment decisions are reviewed and made by members of our hiring team.

This position is for an existing vacancy.