Assist the Revenue Lead in reviewing customer contracts, insertion orders, and modifications to determine the appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 606.
Perform contract analysis, including allocation of transaction price to performance obligations and timing of revenue recognition.
Prepare and post revenue-related journal entries and ensure proper cutoff during month-end close.
Reconcile revenue accounts, deferred revenue balances, and related reserves on a monthly basis.
Work closely with the AR team to ensure invoicing and collections align with contract terms and recognized revenue.
Monitor revenue entries for accuracy and compliance with company policies and external requirements.
Support the preparation of revenue disclosures for monthly management reporting, quarterly reviews, and annual audits.
Partner with FP&A to provide inputs for revenue forecasts and explain actual-to-forecast variances.
Collaborate with Sales to evaluate pipeline opportunities, contract structures, and potential revenue impacts.
Prepare ad-hoc revenue analyses for senior management to support strategic decision-making.
Translate contract activity into financial outcomes, enabling stakeholders to understand revenue timing, risks, and opportunities.
Review unapplied cash, billing discrepancies, and collections issues that may impact revenue recognition and assist in implementing best practices between AR and revenue accounting.
Collaborate with Sales Operations and Legal to review non-standard deal terms and ensure accurate contract setup in the system.
Provide guidance to internal teams on the financial impact of contract changes, renewals, or modifications.
Assist in maintaining SOX controls and other internal controls related to revenue recognition and support external audits.
Support the implementation and maintenance of revenue automation tools and ERP system enhancements.
Identify and recommend improvements to streamline quote-to-cash processes, reduce manual effort, and increase accuracy.
Assist in documenting policies and procedures for revenue accounting to support training and compliance.
Participate in special projects, including new product launches, system migrations, and global expansion initiatives, to ensure revenue implications are addressed.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606) and ability to apply it to complex contracts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cultures and time zones.
Proficient in manipulating large volumes of data within complex entity structures.
Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and FASB codification and pronouncements.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
Track record of successfully building cross-functional relationships across the organization.
Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
Self-motivated and driven, with a proactive "get it done" attitude.
Positive, innovative, and a team player with exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Attentive to detail and accuracy while keeping the broader financial picture in mind.
Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, including pivot tables, vlookup, and data analysis.