Overview
This role involves managing the end-to-end revenue cycle for a company specializing in conversational AI solutions for the restaurant industry. The Revenue Accountant will ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with GAAP (specifically ASC 606), oversee month-end close processes for revenue accounts, and lead accounts receivable and collections efforts. The position requires close collaboration with the Controller and cross-functional teams to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting aligned with sales and revenue recognition.
Responsibilities
Revenue Accounting & Month-End Close
- Analyze sales contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition according to internal policies and ASC 606 guidelines.
- Prepare and post revenue-related journal entries, including deferred and accrued revenue adjustments.
- Perform monthly reconciliations for Accounts Receivable, Deferred Revenue, and related balance sheet accounts.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation related to revenue and receivables.
Accounts Receivable & Collections
- Monitor and analyze accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
- Contact clients via email and phone to follow up on past-due invoices while maintaining positive and professional relationships.
- Research and resolve client billing discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash.
- Process and record daily cash receipts, ensuring accurate application to customer accounts.
- Collaborate with Sales and Customer Success teams to address billing disputes and improve invoicing processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years progressive accounting experience with a strong focus on revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and collections.
- Solid understanding of US GAAP and working knowledge of ASC 606.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and handling large datasets.
- Hands-on experience with major ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to negotiate and resolve collections issues diplomatically.
- High degree of accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA certification or progress toward certification.
- Experience working in SaaS, technology, or subscription-based business models.
- Experience at early-stage startups (Series A–C).
- Familiarity with billing and subscription management tools such as Chargebee, Maxio, or Stripe.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $95,000 to $110,000
- Equity: Included in the offer package
Compensation is location-based and benchmarked against local market data aligned to the employee’s primary work location. Total compensation includes a mix of cash and equity and may vary by location, role level, and experience.
Location
Compensation and work location details will be aligned based on the employee’s primary work location.