Stephen Michels, CPA, is a seasoned professional in sales compensation and financial analysis, currently serving as a Senior Sales Compensation Analyst at Confluent since October 2025. Prior experience includes roles as Manager of Professional Services and Lead Consultant at CaptivateIQ, where Stephen focused on commission management transparency. Previously, Stephen worked as a Sales Operations Compensation Analyst at Amazon Web Services, managing compensation plans for a rapidly growing sales team. A former Variable Compensation Analyst at Gartner, Stephen contributed significantly to reporting and compensation system improvements. Initial experience in audit and tax preparation was gained at HBK CPAs & Consultants. A graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, Stephen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and served as a Sensor Operator in the USAF, enhancing flight capabilities through training and assessment initiatives.
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