What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Revenue Accountant position at Pendo?
Pendo is looking for a Sr. Revenue Accountant who will contribute in the order-to-cash process from end to end and help shape the future of the company's revenue accounting function, with a focus on applying ASC 606. This role will collaborate closely with Sales, Revenue Operations, FP&A, and external auditors to ensure an efficient and compliant revenue recognition process. The ideal candidate will have technical accounting experience with a SaaS revenue model, whether from industry, public accounting, or a combination of both. This position reports directly to the Revenue Accounting Manager and is part of a team based in Raleigh.
Role Responsibilities
- Review complex customer contracts for ASC 606 considerations and assess operational impact
- Mentor and train junior team members on ASC 606 topics
- Research revenue accounting standards and document positions on specific technical accounting topics
- Address external audit questions related to revenue, and communicate policy positions to external auditors. Educate and train junior staff on audit goals and requirements
- Perform monthly accounting close activities and deliverables for revenue and related areas, including performance of revenue review controls, creation and issuance of customer invoices, preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, flux analyses, and related reporting and disclosures
- Assist in the design and implementation of internal controls over revenue reporting
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve and streamline processes
- Participate in the design and user acceptance testing for ERP and CPQ system enhancements
- Perform other accounting duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field
- 3-4 years of relevant experience in public accounting or a SaaS company
- Strong understanding of ASC 606 with practical experience in its application, including SSP studies, fair value-based revenue recognition, contract combination/modifications, and variable consideration
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience supporting SEC reporting, including assistance with drafting footnote disclosures
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Experience reviewing the work of junior team members and providing mentorship on professional development and technical accounting principles.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA license
- Public Accounting experience
Pendo Description:
Pendo was founded in 2013 by former product managers, who combined their heads and hearts to build something they wanted but never had as product managers -- a simple way to understand and attack what truly drives product success. Our mission is to improve society's experience with software.
Come join one of the fastest-growing startups, supported by best-in-class institutions like Battery Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, Spark Capital and Meritech. You will gain experience in a diverse and exciting set of technologies and clients and have a real impact on Pendo's future. Our culture is passionate, dynamic, and fun.
EEOC
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having diverse teams where everyone brings their whole self to Pendo is key to our success. We welcome all people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
Accessibility
Pendo is committed to working with, and providing access and reasonable accommodation to, applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodation(s) for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to: accommodation@pendo.io. All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law.
Compensation
Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of many compensation, benefits and other reward opportunities we provide.
The expected base salary range for this role in the following location is:
Raleigh, NC - USD $84,000 - $100,000
Individual pay rate decisions, including offers made within and over the expected salary range, are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company.
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Salary : $84,000 - $100,000
