Manager Revenue Accounting

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An overview of this role

We're seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Revenue Accounting Manager to lead our revenue recognition processes and drive operational excellence within our financial operations. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with process improvement expertise and leadership skills.

What You’ll Do  

• Review and approve customer contract reviews for proper revenue recognition in accordance with company policy and ASC 606 standards

• Take the leading role in the monthly financial close, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions and completeness of financial statements

• Maintain comprehensive documentation to support audit requirements and SOX compliance

• Identify bottlenecks, redundancies, challenge the status quo and automation opportunities across quote-to-cash (QTC), revenue recognition, and financial close

• Implement best practices to enhance workflow effectiveness and operational efficiency

• Develop and implement standardized policies, procedures, and playbooks for revenue accounting processes

• Champion the use of AI, RPA, and analytics tools to improve forecasting, variance analysis, and audit readiness

• Act as the bridge between revenue accounting, deal desk, FP&A, IT, and sales ops, ensuring alignment on operational initiatives

• Lead and mentor the revenue accounting team to ensure strong execution of revenue processes

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

• Provide ongoing training on revenue recognition principles, process efficiencies, and system utilization

What You’ll Bring 

• 7+ years of revenue accounting experience in a fast-growing SaaS, technology, or subscription-based company
• CPA certification strongly preferred
• Strong ASC 606 expertise, particularly in software/SaaS revenue recognition
• Proven track record in process optimization, automation, and system implementation within a revenue accounting function
• Ability to manage large-scale transformation projects, working cross-functionally across Finance, IT, and Sales Ops
• Strong mentoring and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical skills, with a data-driven approach to process improvements, familiarity with RPA, AI, or advanced analytics tools for process automation an advantage
• Exposure to quote-to-cash systems (e.g., Zuora CPQ, Ironclad, or similar) Zuora highly preferred

How GitLab will support you

• Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
• All remote, asynchronous work environment
• Flexible Paid Time Off 
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and Development Fund
• Parental leave 
• Home office support

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.