Director of Revenue Accounting

Kikoff•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kikoff is a profitable, pre-IPO fintech company on a mission to empower everyone to achieve financial security. With record revenue growth in 2025 and a unicorn valuation, we've built a suite of products that help millions of people build credit, access liquidity, and save money. We're scaling fast. Join us if you want to build something meaningful and help millions of people move forward financially. This is a consumer fintech startup, and you will be working with serial entrepreneurs who have built strong consumer brands and innovative products. We value extreme ownership, clear communication, a strong sense of craftsmanship, and the desire to create lasting work and work relationships. Yes, you can build an exciting business AND have real-life real-customer impact. As the Director of Revenue Accounting, you will report to the Corporate Controller and play a key role within Kikoff’s growing accounting team. You will serve as the Company’s revenue recognition subject matter expert and ensure that Kikoff’s revenue reporting remains compliant with ASC 606. Additionally, you will be responsible for overseeing revenue monthly close activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in revenue recognition principles, fintech experience, and the ability to collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams to shape new product offerings, evaluate new growth opportunities, and function as a key point of contact for all revenue-related considerations. The Director of Revenue Accounting will initially manage a revenue team of three, with the ability to grow the team as Kikoff’s revenue continues to scale. The role will be located in our San Francisco office (in office 3 days/week).

Requirements

10+ years of experience in revenue accounting, including Big 4 public accounting and industry experience
Background at a late-stage or public Fintech, or e-commerce / marketplace / internet company(ies) with high transaction volumes preferred
CPA license and expert knowledge of GAAP and revenue recognition principles (ASC 606 & ASC310) required
Demonstrated success in leading revenue accounting functions in a dynamic, high-growth environment with ability to understand complex issues, demonstrate resourcefulness, and proactively resolve problems
Has owned revenue accounting through at least one external audit cycle and built or materially improved close processes
Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills
Able to translate complex accounting positions into clear guidance for non-finance stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead the application of ASC606 & ASC310 to all revenue streams including lending and subscription services
Develop, implement, and maintain revenue recognition policies, procedures, and processes tailored to our products and services
Partner closely with the data engineering team to transition to a reporting-centric data model across internal data and third party processors, ensuring consistency and reliability of revenue data
Reconcile data between systems/sources; identify discrepancies; and collaborate with data and engineering to determine root causes and propose solutions
Ownership of the month-end financial statement close process related to revenue by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
Work with external auditors during the annual financial audit, ensuring compliance with revenue accounting standards
Implement and monitor internal controls over revenue cycles to ensure SOX compliance and mitigate risks
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure CECL-related estimates are appropriately reflected in revenue reporting and financial statements in accordance with ASC 326
Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to ensure proper revenue accounting treatment for new product launches
Build and develop a high-performing technical revenue team, coaching managers, and raising the bar on judgment, communication, and technical rigor