Revenue and Receivables Accountant

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About the role...

Duolingo is seeking a motivated Revenue Accountant to own and improve our revenue and receivables processes. You’ll play a meaningful role in ensuring accurate reporting and compliance as a public company, while helping us build scalable processes for the future.

If you enjoy solving complex accounting challenges, collaborating across teams, and driving process improvements, this may be the role for you!

You will...

• Own the monthly revenue close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Analyze revenue results and partner with FP&A to explain trends and drivers
• Support internal and external reporting requirements in compliance with ASC 606 and US GAAP
• Partner with Business Development on invoicing and collections for partner contracts
• Find opportunities to automate and streamline revenue processes
• Maintain and test strong internal controls over the receivables process

You have...

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, PCAOB, and SEC requirements
• Experience with the month-end close process
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines with precision
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in our Pittsburgh office

Exceptional candidates will have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• CPA (or equivalent qualification)
• Experience at a public company and/or Big 4 accounting firm
• Hands-on expertise with Workiva, NetSuite, and Blackline
• Familiarity with Apple, Google, and Stripe payment platforms
• Experience reviewing SOC reports
• Comfort working in Google Workspace
• Background in a fast-paced tech startup
• A strong Duolingo streak!

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Salary Range:

$100,300—$163,300 USD

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