Director of Revenue Accounting

POSITION OVERVIEW

A high-growth, global enterprise software company — a recognized leader in their respective niche — is seeking a Director of Revenue Accounting to lead a world-class technical accounting team. This is a high-visibility role within a 250 person international accounting organization, operating in a fast-paced, innovation-driven culture that blends the energy of a tech startup with the resources of a Fortune 100.

The Director reports to senior finance leadership and owns the end-to-end revenue recognition function, partnering with Sales, Legal, Finance, and Order Administration — and playing a strategic role in M&A transactions and new product launches.

WHY THIS ROLE?

High-impact position with direct influence on revenue reporting for a multi-billion-dollar enterprise software business

• Complex, intellectually engaging ASC 606 environment — multi-element arrangements, global transactions, high volume
• Strategic cross-functional exposure: M&A, new product launches, executive reporting, external audit partnership
• Competitive compensation: $200,000 – $240,000 base salary 10–15% target incentive RSUs
• Hybrid work flexibility — Greater Portland Metro area, OR
• World-class benefits package

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled team of 7 revenue accounting professionals
• Promote a culture of resilience, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Navigate the team through deadlines and evolving business priorities with confidence

Technical Revenue Accounting

• Oversee the end-to-end revenue recognition process in compliance with ASC 606
• Provide technical accounting guidance and deal review on complex revenue transactions
• Serve as the subject matter expert for internal stakeholders across Sales, Finance, and Legal

Close, Reporting & Compliance

• Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end revenue close — timely, accurate, and scalable
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in ERP systems with robust account reconciliations
• Manage financial disclosures related to revenue and partner with external auditors for high-quality audits

Strategic Partnerships

• Play an integral role in M&A transactions and new product launches from a revenue accounting perspective
• Advance scalable revenue accounting processes and systems in a fast-growing technology environment

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Experience: 12 years of progressive accounting experience; mix of Big 4 / public accounting and technology industry preferred but not required

Education: CPA preferred; Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or Finance

Technical: Deep expertise in ASC 606 — gained through technical advisory or hands-on industry experience

Systems: Experience with Tier 1 ERP system

Leadership: Proven track record building and developing high-performing teams in a global, fast-changing environment

Communication: Ability to distill complex accounting issues for senior stakeholders and cross-functional partners across cultures

Mindset: Proactive, resilient, intellectually curious — thrives under competing priorities

LOCATION & STRUCTURE

Portland, OR Metro Area (Hybrid) — flexibility to work from home with regular in-office collaboration on a weekly basis. Reports to the Senior Director of Revenue Recognition within a 250 person international accounting organization.

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