Senior Revenue Accountant

1 Day ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Revenue Accountant will be responsible for technical and operational expertise in revenue recognition, particularly under ASC 606, applying US GAAP requirements to systems, data, and processes. This role requires a strong understanding of SOX controls and the ability to identify and implement process improvements. The Senior Revenue Accountant will contribute to the month-end revenue close process, prepare key revenue reserves, review revenue transactions, identify process improvements, implement controls, support audits, provide guidance based on company policies, and assist with external reporting. This role also requires occasional travel.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • At least 5 years of accounting experience.
  • Experience in revenue recognition (ASC 606).
  • Strong technical accounting background.
  • Thorough understanding of SOX compliance.
Good to have:
  • CA/CPA preferred.
  • Experience with large data sets and SQL queries.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with Oracle ERP or similar systems.
  • Big 4 firm experience with revenue recognition focus.

Job Details

Description

​​About LegalZoom

We're here to make legal help accessible to all. LegalZoom transformed the legal industry with the
launch of our online services and groundbreaking technology in 2001. Since then, millions of
customers have counted on us to officially start and run businesses, protect brands and intellectual property, and look after loved ones through wills and trusts.
 
As the industry leader for over 20 years, innovation remains at the center of all we do. We're creative thinkers and problem solvers with a passion for building legal and tax products that make a positive impact on the world, and we're always looking for exceptional people to push us further.
With us, you'll do work that's as rewarding as it is challenging with a team where every voice matters and diversity, equality, and inclusion are truly embraced. Together, we'll continue to democratize the law and make a real difference in the lives of millions.
 
Remote-first
Since March 2020, our Zoomers have worked remotely and reported an overall better work-life
balance with more time for family and personal wellness.
At the end of 2021, LegalZoom made the official commitment to being a remote-first company.
Remote-first means that there is no expectation that Zoomers come into an office for a fixed
number of days outside of those employees identified as essential onsite workers. While we remain a remote-first culture, our local offices have evolved as collaboration spaces for Zoomers to meet and engage in person.
 
Overview
 
As part of the dynamic Global Revenue team, we are seeking a Senior Revenue Accountant who is
highly familiar with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. We need an
individual who embraces challenges, and can leverage their experience, educational background,
and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

The Senior Revenue Accountant will provide technical and operational expertise in revenue
recognition, particularly under ASC 606, applying US GAAP requirements to systems, data, and
processes. This position also requires a strong understanding of SOX controls and the ability to
identify and implement process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a solid technical accounting background and proven experience
analyzing complex accounting challenges. A CA/CPA with strong analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to influence change through effective communication, is essential.
 
You will
 
● Assist in drafting technical accounting memos to support new products and contracts,
including multiple-element arrangements and principal-agent assessments for new partners
and vendors that impact revenue and fulfillment.
● Contribute to the month-end revenue close process and related reconciliations, ensuring
revenue is accurately reported for both internal and external purposes.
● Prepare key revenue reserves, such as AR reserves, sales returns, and credit reserves.
● Review revenue transactions, journal entries, and key account reconciliations to ensure
compliance with GAAP.
● Identify opportunities to implement process improvements that enhance efficiency,
accuracy, and internal controls within revenue accounting.
● Assess risks, implement controls, and maintain appropriate documentation and evidence to
comply with SOX requirements.
● Support the annual financial statement audit and assist with periodic internal audits to
ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
● Work closely with other Business Units and Finance teams to provide guidance based on the
company’s revenue recognition policies and procedures.
● Assist with external SEC reporting, ad-hoc requests, and revenue-related analytics as
needed.
● Occasional travel may be required as necessary.
 
You have

● A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
● CA/CPA preferred.
● At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with 2+ years of specialized
experience in revenue recognition (ASC 606).
● A strong technical accounting background with excellent documentation skills.
● Proven ability to communicate complex accounting issues clearly to all levels of
management, both in writing and verbally.
● A thorough understanding of SOX compliance and experience managing SOX controls.
● Experience working with large data sets, SQL queries, and modelling
● Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with revenue management systems (experience
with Oracle ERP or similar systems is a plus). Experience with Power Query and Power Pivot
is also a plus.
● Big 4 firm experience with a focus on revenue recognition is a plus.

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