Lead Revenue Recognition Accountant

Overview

We are a global team of innovators and pioneers dedicated to shaping the future of observability. At New Relic, we build an intelligent platform that empowers companies to thrive in an AI-first world by giving them unparalleled insight into their complex systems. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we're looking for passionate people to join our mission. If you're ready to help the world's best companies optimize their digital applications, we invite you to explore a career with us!

• Lead the Process: Take full ownership of the revenue-related month-end close, ensuring our financial reporting is accurate, timely, and transparent.
• Technical Consultation: Review customer contracts and non-standard terms to determine the correct revenue treatment, providing clear and concise accounting documentation.
• Financial Integrity: Prepare and reconcile essential revenue schedules, including deferred revenue and contract assets/liabilities, maintaining a high standard of precision.
• Process Innovation: Drive continuous improvement by streamlining our Order-to-Cash processes and supporting vital SOX audit controls.
• Strategic
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Act as a subject matter expert on special projects and ad-hoc requests, providing the revenue accounting insights needed for senior management to make informed decisions.

• Solid Foundation: A strong background in accounting, likely gained through a combination of Big 4 audit/advisory and US public company experience.
• ASC 606 Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP and the ASC 606 framework, specifically within a SOX-controlled environment.
• Operational Agility: The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while working independently in a remote setting.
• Clear Communication: A talent for explaining complex accounting conclusions to stakeholders across the business.

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous experience navigating SaaS or consumption-based revenue models.
• Technical Toolkit: Familiarity with Net Suite, Zuora, or Salesforce CPQ.

$118,000 - $148,000 USD

• Healthcare, dental, vision, parental leave and planning, and mental health benefits
• 401(k) plan and match
• Flex time-off
• 11 paid holidays
• Volunteer time-off
• Other competitive benefits designed to improve the lives of our employees

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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