Manager, Accounting

Salesforce•Indianapolis, IN

10d•$117,400 - $177,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Revenue Accounting Director, we are currently seeking a Revenue Accounting Manager to support our team’s strategy, growth, and innovation. As a Revenue Accounting Manager on the Revenue Accounting Projects Team, you will be working in a non-traditional environment while building relationships within the accounting team and the larger business operations organization (e.g. Revenue Operations, FP&A, SEC Reporting, IT, Compliance etc.) The Manager is responsible for many aspects of general ledger-related activities focused on revenue accounting, proper application of US GAAP, reserves, contract deal review, new product initiatives and ad-hoc projects in support of the broader Revenue Accounting team. Additionally, you will participate in SOX compliance and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. The position rolls up under the Worldwide Controllership Organization. Exceptional candidates will be critical thinkers with focus on implementing process improvements to streamline and scale Salesforce’s processes for growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Accounting. Experience will be evaluated based on the Core Competencies for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)
6+ years of overall combined accounting experience
Experience in SOX control documentation/execution
Tight-knit collaboration and partnership skills
Strong Excel skills
Strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills
Demonstrated critical thinking capability
Process re-engineering involvement and/or process efficiency focus
Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail a requirement
Ability to identify and drive process improvement
Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities effectively in order to meet deadlines
Must be a self-starter - ability to self-motivate, adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Technology industry and Big 4 experience a plus
Tableau or other Data Analytics experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead internal process improvement initiatives to improve reporting, analytical tools, and technical aspects of accounting procedures and practices
Identify and complete the implementation of process improvements related to areas of responsibility
Assist in the monthly worldwide accounting close
Understand and prepare accounting manual journal entries and reconciliations for revenue, expense and other transactions as needed
Work with teams within the Controller’s Organization as well as cross-functionally with FP&A, Revenue Operations, Treasury, Tax, SEC Reporting, IT, Compliance, and International Accounting teams
Responsible for SOX compliance activities within related areas, including completing key controls, updating SOX documentation, and supporting testing efforts
Deliver on ad-hoc projects / deliverables as necessary