Revenue Recognition Accountant

Firstup

Revenue Recognition Accountant managing revenue accounting and applying GAAP at Firstup. Collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial processes.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $70,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and analyze revenue accounting entries for month-end close, ensuring deferred revenue waterfalls are accurately maintained.
Own the ASC 606 revenue recognition in NetSuite (ARM module) monthly.
Perform detailed reviews/analysis of Master Agreements and Contracts to ensure that revenue is properly recorded, and documentation is in compliance with policy.
Ensure the accurate application of GAAP to complex revenue transactions.
Review Order Perfection for data accuracy and revenue recognition impact in Salesforce.
Perform & maintain SSP analysis on an annual basis.
Support the coordination of annual audit activities of external auditors, as needed.
Participate in the continuous improvement of revenue recognition processes and systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1-3 years of direct experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition, and/or 3-5 years of progressive general accounting experience with a strong understanding of revenue principles.
Proven experience with ASC 606 system implementations (e.g., NetSuite ARM module or similar), and/or Big 4 audit experience with a CPA license.
Strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP Accounting).
Excellent communication skills with ability to develop the "story" and form recommendations.
Superb attention to detail balanced by ability to focus on the "big picture."
Proficient in Excel / Google Sheets and Word / Google Docs related skills.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
Experience and interest to build out systems and processes in a rapidly growing business.

Benefits

Comp & perks

excellent PTO program
great health benefits
casual and friendly environment
remote work
leadership team that believes in personal and professional growth

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Hard Skills & Tools

ASC 606 revenue recognitionGAAPrevenue accountingSSP analysisrevenue principlesdata analysisfinancial reportingcontract reviewaudit coordinationsystem implementation

Soft Skills

communication skillsattention to detailanalytical skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillsrecommendation developmentbig picture thinkingcollaborationadaptabilitycontinuous improvement

Certifications

CPA licenseBachelor's degree in accountingBachelor's degree in financerelated field degree