The General Accountant is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of variable compensation accounting and supporting the Accounting team with financial reporting. This role ensures accurate monthly accruals, timely payment processing, and complete alignment between financial reporting, payroll, and our software system. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Sales Operations, Finance, and HR/Payroll teams.
Validate sales performance data, compensation plan eligibility, and payout calculations. Prepare monthly commission accruals in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. Support month‐end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Payroll Coordination
Collaborate with HR and Payroll to ensure timely and accurate release of commissions and MBO payments. Provide payroll‐ready files, approvals, and documentation for each commission cycle. Resolve discrepancies between payroll records, Xactly Incent, and accounting schedules.
Support enhancements to Xactly Incent, including configuration updates, testing, and data validation. Leverage AI tools and automation to streamline accounting workflows,
enhance reporting accuracy, and improve operational efficiency. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. ~1–2 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to commissions or variable compensation. ~ other commission systems an asset. ~ Robust understanding of accrual accounting and financial reporting. ~ Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas). ~ Solid process orientation with a continuous improvement mindset.
Salary Range: $65,000 CAD to $73,000 CAD annually. We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and in‐office working to enable flexibility for managing your life while ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.
As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to help screen and assess applications based on job‐related criteria such as skills, experience, and qualifications. These tools do not make hiring decisions.
📌 Payroll Accountant (remote) (Vancouver)
🏢 IFS
📍 Vancouver