What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at VanderHouwen?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Accountant to join our accounting team. This role focuses on applying and documenting revenue recognition guidance under ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) across complex transactions and contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze customer contracts for revenue recognition implications under ASC 606
- Prepare detailed memoranda documenting revenue recognition conclusions and accounting treatments
- Identify performance obligations, transaction prices, and delivery schedules within contracts
- Support month-end and year-end revenue close processes, including accruals and revenue adjustments
- Collaborate with sales, operations, and legal teams to gather contract information and clarify terms
- Maintain documentation and workpapers supporting revenue accounting conclusions
- Monitor changes in ASC 606 guidance and communicate impacts to the accounting team
- Assist in preparing external audit support materials related to revenue accounting
- Research complex accounting issues and provide technical guidance to other team members
- Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for revenue transactions
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4 years of accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
- Proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA or pursuing CPA certification
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Exposure to audit processes
- Knowledge of other accounting standards (ASC 805, ASC 842)
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000