Global Accounting Manager – Close, SOX & Leadership

Salesforce; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce is seeking an Accounting Manager in the Global Accounting group to lead ongoing accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. You will review month-end close journal entries, ensure SOX compliance, implement process improvements, document accounting positions, and prepare schedules for monthly/quarterly reviews, audits, and 10Q/10K filings.

Responsibilities include coordinating with internal/external audit teams, leading close processes, and presenting insights to Senior

Qualifications

• 6+ years total experience in accounting and public accounting (ideal candidate will have accounting firm and corporate experience)
• CPA (or local equivalent)
• Degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the Values & Behaviors for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)
• Prior management experience within an accounting role
• Experience with Workday Finance, Oracle or other large ERP required (Workday Accounting Center is a plus)
• Intermediate/advanced Excel skills (e.g. complex formula & VLOOKUP experience) and ability to work with large volumes of transactional data
• Solid understanding of US GAAP with experience in technical accounting
• Solid understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley
• Ability to communicate effective and influence, interact, and partner with cross-functional and remote teams

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of ASC 340-40 (IFRS 15) to accounting for commission payments, including maintaining an understanding of Salesforce's sales compensation plans and ad-hoc sales incentives
• Collaborate cross functionally with members of the Sales Compensation and Finance & Strategy teams
• Lead month-end close processes by reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations and conducting fluctuation analyses
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP standards, SOX controls and documentation
• Lead and prepare schedules to support the 10Q and 10K financial reporting process
• Work directly with our internal and external audit teams to support the audit by providing supporting audit schedules, evidence, and process overview
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to the accounting processes including reconciliation of data, reporting, and analysis
• Run a diverse team at various levels and across various locations to accomplish tasks accurately and within specified deadlines
• Help build and develop the team and mentor, educate, and review the work of other supporting members of the accounting team
• Drive special projects to completion

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

SOX controls

Excel skills

Communication & leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Auditing experience

Education

CPA or local equivalent

Bachelor's in accounting or finance

Tools

Workday Finance

Oracle ERP

Job description

Salesforce is seeking an Accounting Manager in the Global Accounting group to lead ongoing accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. You will review month-end close journal entries, ensure SOX compliance, implement process improvements, document accounting positions, and prepare schedules for monthly/quarterly reviews, audits, and 10Q/10K filings.

Responsibilities include coordinating with internal/external audit teams, leading close processes, and presenting insights to Senior