Finance and Compensation Specialist

Summary

Join Skillsoft as a Finance and Compensation Specialist and oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including accrual calculations, adjustments, and month-end reconciliations. This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual with extensive finance experience. You will optimize processes, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies. You will also collaborate with the finance team, provide strategic insights, and partner with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas and a substantial background in financial reporting and sales compensation. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-growth, sales-driven organization.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in finance, financial reporting, sales compensation, or a related role
• Deep knowledge of accrual accounting and financial reconciliation processes
• Experience with commission calculations
• Proficiency in advanced financial software and analytical tools, such as Excel, ERP systems, and financial databases
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage large datasets effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience in a high-growth, sales-driven organization
• Track record of providing innovative solutions and driving process improvements

Responsibilities

• Lead the calculation of monthly and quarterly accruals, ensuring precision and consistency
• Review and adjust accruals based on updated financial data and insights
• Conduct comprehensive month-end reconciliations to guarantee accuracy in financial reporting
• Interpret and analyze commission data to ensure timely and accurate payments
• Collaborate with the finance team to align reporting strategies with overarching financial objectives
• Prepare and deliver detailed financial reports on metrics and performance
• Develop, maintain, and refine financial reporting structures and policies to enhance efficiency
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies, proactively addressing potential issues
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to improve financial reporting processes and systems
• Ensure compliance with sales compensation policies and SOX requirements and maintain supporting documents
• Partner with cross-functional teams regularly to build constructive relationship and drive continuous cross-functional process improvement
• Participate in User Acceptance Test for system plan implementation and updates
• Provide support for any ad hoc business requirements