Director, Revenue Accounting

Ooma•Sunnyvale, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ooma is seeking a hands-on revenue accounting leader to oversee revenue accounting operations, revenue-related financial reporting, and internal controls across its product and service lines. The role leads a team, strengthens processes and systems, and partners with Sales, Legal, FP&A, Billing, and Operations. Ooma is open to candidates at either the Senior Manager or Director level; title, responsibilities, and compensation will reflect the candidate’s experience, technical expertise, and leadership skills. The position oversees accurate and timely revenue recognition in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606, and supports applicable SEC reporting requirements. The role requires technical judgment, practical business understanding, ownership of outcomes, and a focus on anticipating issues and improving team operations. It is hybrid and requires working in the office Mondays and Tuesdays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in revenue accounting and 3+ years directly managing and developing accounting professionals.
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, ASC 606, and SEC reporting requirements.
Experience owning or significantly managing revenue accounting operations in a public-company or similarly complex environment, with strong SOX compliance and audit readiness.
Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, revenue analyses, and reporting schedules, and independently managing close cycles and related internal controls.
Strong understanding of end-to-end revenue processes, from order management through general ledger reporting.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; strong ERP, systems, and Excel/data analysis skills; and adaptability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex accounting matters to technical and nontechnical audiences and build trust with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent preferred.
Big Four or combined public accounting and industry experience strongly preferred.
For Director-level consideration, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience and 5+ years of people leadership are preferred, with demonstrated ownership of a revenue accounting function.
Experience in a SaaS, subscription, or recurring-revenue business.
Experience evaluating complex customer contracts and new revenue arrangements.
Experience supporting acquisitions or new product launches.

Responsibilities

Own revenue accounting and the monthly and quarterly close, including revenue recognition, general ledger recording, journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial reporting.
Maintain understanding of the order-to-cash cycle, including order management, fulfillment, billing, and collections, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, complete, and timely results.
Independently investigate and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and unusual transactions.
Develop a deep understanding of revenue streams, pricing models, and the order-to-cash cycle, partnering with Sales, Billing, and Operations to maintain accurate and complete revenue accounting.
Lead revenue performance analysis and explain results, key drivers, and business implications to senior management.
Prepare and review audit schedules, revenue disclosures, and financial metrics supporting SEC reporting and external audits, keeping the team audit-ready year-round.
Serve as the team’s expert on ASC 606, U.S. GAAP, and SEC guidance, anticipating accounting implications of new products, contracts, and business changes.
Partner with Sales, Legal, FP&A, Billing, and Operations on new products, pricing, acquisitions, and business changes.
Design, document, and maintain effective internal controls over revenue recognition, ensure SOX compliance, and resolve control gaps.
Act as the primary contact for external auditors on revenue matters, including walkthroughs and audit inquiries.
Drive improvements in revenue systems and automation in partnership with IT and Finance Systems.
Coach and develop the revenue accounting team, set expectations and accountability, and build trust with Finance leadership and cross-functional partners.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, with HMO, PPO, or PPO with HDHP options, including an HSA that Ooma helps fund.
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Healthcare and dependent care FSA.
Commuter benefits.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal benefits.
401(k) with employer match.
Roth Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid time off, sick time, and corporate holidays.
Employee Assistance Program.
Life Balance benefits with Travel Assistance Services and Identity Theft services.
Additional benefits, including a discount program, credit union, and Medicare assistance.
Competitive compensation and company perks.
Regular employees may be eligible for bonuses, sales incentives, and/or restricted stock units (RSUs).