Build Your Career with Ashley Join a team committed to keeping Ashley the world's largest manufacturer of furniture. Commissions Specialist What Will You Do? The Commissions Specialist is responsible for the accurate setup, processing and calculation of wholesale semi-monthly commissions, weekly/monthly retail commissions and monthly, quarterly and annual management bonuses to ensure that Marketing Specialists (MS), Retail Sales Associates (RSA), Retail Store Managers and Sales Managers are paid correctly. Review of analytics weekly/monthly incentives for comparisons and accuracy to explain variances.
- Compute and process Marketing Specialists' commissions. Prepare and process two commission deposits per Marketing Specialist, per month. Maintain and update spreadsheets verifying commissions paid for 1099s.
- Maintain team commission percentages based on customer accounts that need to be applied to multiple Marketing Specialists to reflect correct commission payments.
- Provide assistance to Marketing Specialists and answer systems questions regarding how commissions were calculated.
- Prepare wage verification forms for Marketing Specialists.
- Process all fees associated with Marketing Specialists. Prepare, label and fax swatch invoices to Marketing Specialists. Collect payments and/or generate commission deductions for swatch invoices. Prepare Marketing Specialist computer fees and collect payments for them.
- Train new Senior Marketing Specialists on commission reporting, teams, deductions, swatch, and division/commission structure.
- Collaborate with the pricing department who coordinates the regions and territories related to commission calculations.
- Prepare and balance weekly/monthly Retail Sales Associate sales data used for commission/sales incentive calculations by the payroll department to make payment to Retail Sales Associates. Provide data to payroll on a timely basis meeting weekly deadlines.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual Retail Home Store Management Incentive Bonus calculations and provide to the payroll department on a timely basis based on payroll close dates.
- Calculate month-end Retail Home Store Management Incentive Bonus accruals. Work closely with Budget/Reporting and Transactional Accounting teams for approvals, data updates, results analysis, and journalizing. Coordinate the confirmation of position changes related to bonus calculations with Human Resources staff and notification to upper management in the field of when payment will be made along with amounts.
- Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
What Do You Need?
- Associate Degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent work experience, required.
- 2 years' supervisory experience
- 2 years' general office experience, Required
- Experience with hands-on payroll, accounting, and/or commissions
- General Ledger experience Required
- Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Computerized payroll, commissions, or accounting systems
- Document management system
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Document management system
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Maintain confidentiality
- Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
- Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
Who We Are At Ashley, we're more than a business...we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry. Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a Growth Mindset , and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business. Apply today and find your home at Ashley! Benefits We Offer
- Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
- Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
- Telehealth
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Life Insurance
Our Core Values
- Honesty & Integrity
- Passion, Drive, Discipline
- Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
- Dirty Fingernail
- Growth Focused
To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.