Revenue Accounting Manager

Job Title•Lead Revenue Accountant (Manager Level) Hybrid•3 days onsite |

North County San Diego Compensation:

$120K•145K + 20% Bonus + Equity Vaco is partnering with a large, publicly traded technology/fintech company with multi-billion-dollar annual revenue seeking a Lead Revenue Accountant to join their expanding Revenue Accounting & Go-To-Market organization. This opening is due to internal promotion and team growth and sits within a high-visibility group that supports multiple business units and product lines. Although this is an individual contributor role, it operates at a manager level, with dotted-line oversight, technical leadership, and significant cross-functional influence. What You Will Do Lead technical revenue accounting activities, including reviewing complex contracts, identifying performance obligations, and ensuring compliance with ASC 606 . Manage monthly and quarterly revenue close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and in-depth analytical reviews. Own revenue-related internal controls, assess risks, and help design and strengthen end-to-end revenue processes. Prepare technical accounting memos and white papers, and partner with external auditors to explain revenue positions. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Legal, Product, Billing, and FP&A on new offerings, pricing changes, and operational impacts to revenue. Communicate revenue impacts clearly to non-accounting partners and influence business decisions with a balanced technical and operational perspective. Support system improvements, revenue tool enhancements, and process optimization as the company scales. Serve as a subject matter expert within the revenue organization and a trusted partner to leadership. Must-Haves Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. ~7+ years post-grad experience (public accounting, technical accounting, and/or revenue). Strong technical accounting foundation; revenue experience preferred but general technical accounting acceptable with ASC 606 exposure. Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities. Strong communication skills, including working comfortably with non-accounting teams and confidently pushing back when needed. Experience writing technical memos/white papers and supporting audits. Understanding of deadlines, controls, risks, and operational process flows. CPA preferred; if not public accounting, must have strong technical accounting experience. Team Environment Reports to a Group Manager of Revenue Recognition Works within a collaborative revenue organization that includes VP, senior managers, and other lead-level peers High cross-functional visibility Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

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