Revenue Accountant

NetApp, Inc. • Durham, NC

1d • $100,300 - $118,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Revenue Accountant is a key member of the Technical Revenue Accounting Team, responsible for accurate revenue recognition, compliance with ASC 606, and SOX controls. The role includes researching and analyzing issues arising during the monthly close, documenting contract reviews, preparing technical analyses of complex revenue transactions, posting manual revenue and deferred entries, reconciling general ledger balances, and ensuring system-posted revenue reflects the expected revenue position. The position also supports internal and external audit inquiries and prepares disclosure requirements as needed for the reporting team.

This is a hybrid role based in the RTP, North Carolina office. Relocation and travel to meet hybrid requirements are not budgeted for this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in revenue accounting, with a strong emphasis on ASC 606.
• Located in the Raleigh-Durham area of the United States to support the hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience recognizing revenue for complex contracts and transactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex contractual terms and apply accounting guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate across functions and explain complex concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification is strongly preferred; CPA is not required.
• Experience in the technology or software industry.
• Experience with Oracle and RevPro systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply expert knowledge of ASC 606 to analyze complex revenue contracts and transactions and ensure compliance.
• Perform monthly revenue accounting close activities, including preparing revenue schedules, account reconciliations, roll forwards, journal entries, and other close-package deliverables.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop and maintain revenue recognition policies aligned with ASC 606 and accounting best practices.
• Research and provide technical accounting guidance related to new products.
• Conduct independent technical accounting research and document conclusions in memoranda.
• Collaborate with internal audit to support SOX compliance, testing, and documentation related to revenue accounting.
• Review and assess revenue contracts, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions to support accurate revenue recognition.
• Perform revenue forecasting and variance analysis, providing management with insights and recommendations.
• Assist with external audits and respond to auditors’ revenue-related inquiries.
• Assist the manager with revenue analysis for Enterprise License Agreements (ELAs), prepare monthly ELA journal entries, and support monthly reconciliation and disclosure processes.
• Analyze month-over-month changes and fluctuations between actuals and forecast.
• Research and analyze issues arising during monthly close, document contract reviews, prepare technical analyses of complex revenue transactions, post manual revenue and deferred entries, reconcile general ledger balances, and verify that system-posted revenue reflects the expected position.
• Support internal and external audit inquiries and prepare disclosure requirements as needed for the reporting team.

Benefits

• The compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits package, which may cover health insurance, life insurance, retirement or pension plans, paid time off, leave options, performance-based incentives, an employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stock units (RSUs). Offerings vary by region and are subject to local laws, regulations, and company policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior