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Sr. Accountant - Commissions

United States, Nashville · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to support commission accounting for a growing organization in Nashville, Tennessee. This Contract position will focus on commission calculations, reconciliations, reporting, and process oversight across multiple business units. The role works closely with finance, sales operations, and leadership to maintain accurate records, investigate variances, and strengthen accounting controls tied to commission activity.

Job Responsibility

  • Administer commission accounting activities across several business units, ensuring calculations are completed accurately and on schedule
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts related to commission accruals, earned payouts, and outstanding liabilities
  • Review commission plans and supporting agreements to confirm accounting treatment aligns with company policy and applicable revenue considerations
  • Collaborate with finance, sales operations, and leadership to validate sales inputs, project data, and job costing details that affect commission results
  • Prepare and support month-end close tasks by recording accruals, analyzing financial impact, and maintaining commission-related journal entry support
  • Create and maintain reporting in Excel and Sage Intacct to monitor commission activity, trends, and account balances
  • Research payment or calculation variances, identify root causes, and coordinate with payroll and finance teams to resolve issues promptly
  • Document reconciliation procedures and improve internal controls and workflows for commission-related accounting processes
  • Provide audit support by organizing schedules and supplying documentation for commission accounts and related transactions

Requirements

  • Proven accounting experience in a senior-level role with responsibility for reconciliations, close activities, and general ledger support
  • Strong background in commission accounting, including accruals, payouts, and liability analysis
  • Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations
  • Proficiency with Sage Intacct and advanced Excel skills for reporting, analysis, and account support
  • Ability to interpret commission plans and assess the accounting impact of plan changes across multiple business units
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and deliver accurate, timely resolutions
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with finance, payroll, sales operations, and leadership

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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