Senior Accounting Manager, Commission

Intapp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunches

Fully stocked kitchens

Wellness program

Paid volunteer time off

Donation matching

Job summary

Intapp in Chicago seeks a Senior Manager, Finance - Commissions to lead end-to-end accounting and operations of sales commission programs and a team of commission accounting professionals. You will own the commission close under US GAAP and ASC 606 and manage the Varicent system, collaborating with Sales Ops, FP&A, Payroll and Legal to ensure accurate results.

You will coach a team of three, including members abroad, implement ITGC controls, and drive process improvements to support growth and

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience in SaaS.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge including ASC 606 and capitalization/amortization of sales commissions.
• 3+ years of people management experience.
• Experience with incentive compensation management tools such as Xactly or CaptivateIQ.
• Advanced NetSuite GL functionality to streamline close and improve reporting across entities.
• Ability to explain technical accounting concepts to non-technical audiences and partner with Sales/exec stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly/quarterly commission close under US GAAP and ASC 606.
• Collaborate with Sales Operations, Revenue, FP&A, Legal, Payroll, and HR to translate compensation plans into accounting outcomes.
• Administer Varicent incentive compensation platform and ITGC controls; drive automation.
• Strengthen internal controls over commissions in a SOX environment and support audits.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three commission accounting professionals, including international locations.

Skills

US GAAP/ASC 606 knowledge

People management

Incentive compensation tools

Data integrity & SOX controls

Project management

Analytical & communication skills

Tools

Xactly

CaptivateIQ

NetSuite GL

Job description

Senior Manager, Finance - Commissions Intapp is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance - Commissions to join our global accounting team. As a high-growth, publicly traded SaaS company, Intapp partners with the world’s leading professional and financial services firms to power smarter, more connected businesses.

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end accounting and operational oversight of our sales commission programs and a team of commission accounting professionals. Day to day, you will own the commission close process under US GAAP and ASC 606, manage the Varicent incentive compensation system and its SOX controls, and partner with Sales Operations, FP&A, Payroll, and other stakeholders.

What you will do

• Lead the monthly and quarterly commission accounting close, including accruals, amortization of capitalized commissions, and reconciliation of commission-related balance sheet accounts, in compliance with US GAAP and ASC 606.
• Partner with Sales Operations, Revenue, FP&A, Legal, Payroll, and HR to translate compensation plans into clear accounting outcomes and operational processes, and resolve commission inquiries, disputes, and escalations in a timely and professional manner.
• Administer and optimize the Varicent incentive compensation platform, including configuration, data integrity, user access management, and ownership of ITGC controls, and lead automation and integration work to reduce manual calculations and support growth and international expansion.
• Design, maintain, and strengthen internal controls over commission calculations, data inputs, and accounting entries in a SOX-compliant environment, and partner with Internal Audit and external auditors on audit requests and walkthroughs.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three commission accounting professionals, including team members in international locations, by setting clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans, and drive special projects and cross-functional initiatives that affect the commissions function.

What you will need

• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant commission accounting experience in a SaaS or subscription-based environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 and the capitalization and amortization of sales commissions, and experience in a publicly traded company with SOX compliance requirements.
• 3+ years of people management experience, including coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience with incentive compensation management tools such as Xactly, CaptivateIQ, or similar platforms, plus system implementation and user requirement definition experience.
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and system implementations, and advanced NetSuite GL functionality to streamline close and improve reporting accuracy across entities.
• A strong customer service mindset, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the communication skills to explain technical accounting concepts to non-technical audiences and partner effectively with Sales and executive stakeholders.

What you will gain at Intapp

At Intapp, you'll get the opportunity to bring your talents and intellectual curiosity to create better outcomes for our people and our clients. You'll be part of a growing public company, with a modern work environment that's connected yet flexible and where your professional growth and well-being are top priorities. We'll collaborate and grow together, supporting each other in a positive, open atmosphere that fosters creativity, innovation, and teamwork.

Expand Your Skills

Unlock your potential with professional development opportunities supported by a community of experienced professionals. We offer reimbursement for training and continuing education to help you stay ahead in your career.

Enjoy Where You Work

Thrive in our modern, open offices designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. Our complimentary lunches and fully stocked kitchens ensure you have everything you need to stay energized throughout the day.

Support What Matters Most

Our comprehensive wellness and flexible time off programs and our benefits are designed to care for you and your family. Our family-formation benefits and support during your family‑building journey ensure you have the resources you need when it matters most.

Giving Back

We believe in giving back and supporting our communities with paid volunteer time off and a donation matching program for the causes you care about.

Join us and be a part of a collaborative and welcoming culture where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is a priority. Together, we are building a company of long-term value that we can all be proud of.

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Intapp provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and will make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.