This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Revenue Accountant to join a high-growth SaaS organization and support the build-out of a newly established revenue function. The role sits at the intersection of accounting, systems, and the business, with exposure to complex enterprise deals, cross-functional partnering, and evolving processes.
This position is well suited to someone who enjoys navigating complex accounting scenarios, interpreting accounting guidance, partnering with Sales and Legal, and helping design scalable revenue processes in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting capabilities, sound professional judgment, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Our client is a high-growth, global SaaS company known for its strong culture, collaborative environment, and commitment to innovation. As the company continues to scale and expand its product offerings, the Finance team plays a critical role in supporting growth through strong financial processes, technical accounting expertise, and cross-functional partnership.
This is a newly created position within a growing Revenue team, designed to support increasing complexity across enterprise deals, bundling arrangements, contract modifications, and new product launches. You will act as a key partner to Sales and Legal, helping ensure contracts are structured appropriately while maintaining compliance with ASC 606.
This role offers a blend of technical accounting, systems ownership, process improvement, and business partnering. It is ideal for someone who enjoys researching accounting guidance, exercising independent judgment, and helping build scalable processes in a growing organization.
Revenue Accounting & ASC 606
- Own and support revenue recognition under ASC 606 across subscription and complex enterprise contracts
- Serve as an internal subject matter expert on revenue accounting policies and application
- Research, interpret, and apply ASC 606 guidance to complex and non-standard transactions
- Prepare technical accounting memos for complex transactions, new product launches, contract modifications, and non-standard arrangements
- Analyze contract terms and provide recommendations on revenue recognition treatment and accounting implications
Deal Desk & Business Partnering
- Partner closely with Sales and Legal as part of the Deal Desk to review and structure complex contracts
- Provide guidance on revenue implications of non-standard deal terms
- Support business teams in navigating accounting considerations while enabling commercial outcomes
- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by clearly communicating accounting impacts and practical solutions
Systems & Data Integrity
- Work within and help manage revenue systems (NetSuite and automation tools such as Leapfin)
- Ensure accurate configuration and processing of new products and revenue streams
- Monitor automated outputs and ensure completeness and accuracy of revenue data
- Partner with Finance Systems teams on revenue system enhancements and process improvements
Month-End, Audit & Controls
- Own revenue-related processes within the month-end close cycle
- Support and lead the revenue side of external audits, including responding to technical accounting queries
- Assist in maintaining a strong internal controls environment, including SOX compliance
- Support the development and documentation of revenue accounting policies and procedures
Process Improvement & Scaling
- Design and implement scalable revenue accounting processes to support continued business growth
- Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and streamline revenue workflows
- Help build and maintain a revenue playbook and standardized policies
- Participate in system implementations, process redesign initiatives, and revenue automation projects
- Contribute to building a best-in-class revenue function capable of supporting a complex and evolving business
You are a technically strong and detail-oriented accounting professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and partnering across teams. You enjoy solving complex accounting issues, interpreting guidance, and building processes that improve scalability and efficiency.
- CPA designation required
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong expertise in ASC 606 and revenue recognition
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply accounting guidance to complex or non-standard transactions
- Experience preparing technical accounting memos and supporting accounting conclusions
- Experience working with complex contracts (bundling, multi-element arrangements, enterprise deals)
- Proven ability to partner effectively with non-finance stakeholders (Sales, Legal, Product, etc.)
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar)
- Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate independently and exercise professional judgment in ambiguous situations
- SaaS or subscription-based industry experience
- Exposure to revenue automation tools (e.g., Leapfin)
- Experience in a SOX-compliant environment
- Big 4 audit, technical accounting, or public practice background
- Experience implementing systems, redesigning processes, or supporting finance transformation initiatives
Competitive base salary $85,900 – $101,000 + equity with potential flexibility for highly qualified candidates, benefits including health coverage, RRSP matching, and flexible PTO.
Hybrid – Vancouver (2 days in office per week: Wednesday & Thursday)
This is an opportunity to join a growing SaaS company in a role that combines technical accounting, business partnering, systems, and process development. If this aligns with your experience and interests, apply or connect with your recruiter directly.
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