DeepL

Senior Revenue Accountant

DeepL

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

PythonSQL

About the role

  • Ensure accurate and timely recognition of revenue in compliance with IFRS 15
  • Review and analyze contracts and add-ons to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment
  • Handle complex revenue scenarios across our SaaS and high-volume data environment
  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual closing adjustments and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements and disclosures related to revenue
  • Ensure accounts are closed in a timely manner with proper documentation
  • Develop and maintain SQL queries to extract data from various infrastructure (e.g., Salesforce, Databricks) for monthly revenue closing and reporting
  • Use Python to automate large-scale reconciliations between source systems and the general ledger, identifying and resolving discrepancies in real-time
  • Identify opportunities to streamline efficiency and enhance revenue recognition processes within complex contracts
  • Implement best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy
  • Drive automation and optimization of revenue workflows
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits and reviews
  • Maintain strong internal controls and documentation
  • Work closely with Deal Desk, Legal, and Sales Operations, and Product to ensure alignment on revenue-related matters
  • Provide insights and support for business decisions
  • Review contracts and ensure sales teams understand revenue recognition rules
  • Participate in the implementation and maintenance of revenue recognition systems and tools
  • Ensure systems are configured to comply with IFRS 15 requirements
  • Develop and update revenue recognition policies, procedures, flowcharts, and controls documentation
  • Ensure documentation is clear, comprehensive, and accessible internally
  • Take ownership of the accounting processes

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in revenue management or accounting
  • Strong experience with IFRS 15 is essential
  • Experience at major international accounting firms (such as KPMG, Deloitte, EY, or PwC) is strongly preferred, particularly at assistant manager or manager level or equivalent
  • Audit experience, particularly within SaaS environments, is highly valued
  • Experience working in SaaS or high-volume data environments
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Qualified accountant (CPA - Certified Public Accountant, ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, CIMA - Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, or equivalent)
  • A Master's degree or MBA is a plus
  • SQL Proficiency: 2+ years of experience writing complex joins and subqueries to manipulate high-volume transaction data - required
  • Python Skills: Ability to write scripts for data cleaning, financial modeling, and process automation - required
  • Proficiency in Workday or Chargebee is a plus
  • Strong analytical mindset with ability to handle large datasets
  • Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights
  • Fluency in English; other languages are a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders within and external to finance
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in financial reporting
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growth environment
Benefits
  • Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures.
  • Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
  • Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home.
  • Virtual Shares - An ownership mindset in every role. We believe everyone should share in our success, and that’s why every employee receives Virtual Shares, linking your contribution directly to DeepL’s growth and rewarding you with a stake in our future.
  • Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
  • Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
  • 30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
  • Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
revenue recognitionIFRS 15SQLPythonfinancial statementsreconciliationsdata analysisfinancial modelingprocess automationcontract review
Soft Skills
analytical mindsetcommunication skillsstakeholder managementattention to detailorganizational skillsability to manage multiple prioritiesethical standardsconfidentialityproblem-solvingpresentation skills
Certifications
CPAACCACIMABachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceMaster's degreeMBA