Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting and Operations

About The Role

The Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting and Operations will oversee the revenue accounting and operations functions within the organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of revenue recognition processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to lead and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Revenue Recognition: Ensure adherence to revenue recognition policies and standards, including ASC 606. Monitor and review revenue transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Billing Operations: Oversee the billing process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing to customers. Resolve any billing issues and discrepancies. Collaborate with the billing team to optimize billing systems and processes.
• Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close process for revenue accounting, including preparing journal entries, conducting key reconciliations, generating financial reports and providing meaningful trend analysis.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and present revenue-related financial statements and reports to senior management. Provide insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Internal Controls: Develop and implement robust internal controls to safeguard revenue operations and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor the revenue accounting and billing resources, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of revenue operations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Sales, and IT, to ensure seamless integration of revenue processes and systems.
• Implement best practices and process design improvements and ensure compliance with US GAAP, and policies and procedures
• Audit Support: Oversight over the execution of internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation and explanations of revenue accounting practices.
• Ad hoc projects as needed

Skills And Qualifications   

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in revenue accounting or related roles, with at least 5 years in Big 4.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in NetSuite Advanced Revenue module. Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and ASC 606. Familiarity with revenue recognition principles and practices.
• Must understand internal controls and audit processes
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented, data driven with a focus on accuracy.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Proactive and results-driven mindset.