Associate Accountant-3774

Mitchell 1 Group•San Diego, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Accountant is responsible for calculating, analyzing, and processing sales commissions accurately and timely. This role partners closely with Sales, Finance, and HR to ensure commission plans are properly implemented, payments are compliant with company policies, and reporting is clear and reliable. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience working with complex compensation structures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (Required)
2–5+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas)
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics 365 preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Commission or sales compensation experience preferred

Responsibilities

Calculate and process bi-monthly, monthly, quarterly and annual sales commissions in accordance with approved compensation plans.
Maintain and validate commission data, including sales results, quotas, and adjustments
Reconcile commission calculations to financial records and investigate discrepancies
Partner with Sales and HR to interpret commission plans and ensure accurate application
Prepare commission reports, analysis, and supporting schedules for leadership review
Assist with the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of commission processes and controls
Ensure compliance with internal policies and audit requirements
Support month-end and year-end close processes related to commissions and incentives
Respond to inquiries from sales personnel regarding commission calculations and payments
Assist in system enhancements or implementations related to commission tracking (Microsoft Dynamics)