Overview
An organization is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Global Revenue Manager to lead and oversee worldwide revenue accounting and related financial reporting processes across a complex, multi-entity environment. This role supports a diversified revenue portfolio including SaaS subscriptions, hardware sales, professional services, and other one-time revenue streams across multiple business verticals and geographies.
This individual contributor position requires deep expertise in ASC 606 / IFRS 15, strong operational accounting capabilities, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, FP&A, and Operations. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant revenue recognition in a fast-paced global setting.
Responsibilities
Revenue Accounting & Compliance
- Own global revenue recognition processes in accordance with ASC 606 and applicable international accounting standards (IFRS 15 where applicable).
- Analyze and document accounting treatment for SaaS and subscription arrangements, hardware and product sales, professional services and implementation revenue, multi-element and bundled arrangements, channel partner and reseller agreements.
- Manage usage-based, milestone, and variable consideration models.
- Review customer contracts to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment.
- Prepare and maintain technical accounting memos and revenue policy documentation.
- Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across multiple legal entities and business units.
Close & Reporting
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual global revenue close activities.
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, deferred revenue rollforwards, and related schedules.
- Support consolidated financial reporting and revenue disclosures.
- Partner with colleagues to support audits and statutory reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with regional accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting across global operations.
Systems, Processes & Controls
- Maintain and improve revenue accounting processes, internal controls, and automation initiatives.
- Optimize revenue systems, specifically in NetSuite.
- Identify process improvement opportunities to increase scalability and reduce manual effort.
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Collaborate with Sales Operations on deal structuring, contract language, and non-standard terms.
- Work with FP&A on forecasting and revenue analytics.
- Coordinate with Tax on intercompany and global entity considerations.
- Liaise with external auditors during quarterly and annual audits.
- Provide guidance to business stakeholders regarding revenue implications of commercial arrangements.
Technical & Strategic Support
- Monitor emerging accounting guidance and assess impacts to the business.
- Assist with acquisitions, integrations, and new market expansion initiatives.
- Support special projects related to revenue operations, compliance, and organizational growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant focus on revenue accounting.
- Strong expertise in ASC 606 and/or IFRS 15.
- Experience with NetSuite.
- Experience in a global, multi-entity environment with multiple revenue streams.
- Experience supporting SaaS/subscription-based business models alongside non-recurring revenue streams such as hardware and professional services.
- Strong understanding of deferred revenue, SSP analysis, contract modifications, variable consideration, and multi-performance obligation arrangements.
- Experience with ERP and revenue automation systems.
- Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Supportive leadership team that rewards initiative and success.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan options.
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Match.
- Paid Time Off programs including vacation, sick leave, volunteer time off, and parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee Referral Bonus Program.
- Career development and potential for advancement opportunities.
- Performance bonuses.
- Employee Recognition Rewards Program.
Location
This is a global role supporting multiple business units and legal entities across various geographies.