Revenue Accounting Manager

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. • Reston, VA

124d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Revenue Accounting Manager in Reston, Virginia. The role serves as a technical accounting resource within the Revenue Accounting function and reports to and works closely with the Director of Revenue Accounting. It supports complex revenue recognition matters, customer contract reviews, and internal controls, with a central role in scaling and maturing the department. The manager reviews contracts for appropriate treatment under ASC 606, supports compliance with SOX 404(b), and partners with Billing Operations, FP&A, Accounting, Business Systems, IT, and Operations to improve revenue outcomes, reporting, controls, and automation.

The role manages day-to-day revenue recognition processes and supports the development of the Revenue Accounting function, including process documentation, controls, contract review, revenue analytics, forecasting alignment, project budgeting, and audit support. It also drafts technical accounting documentation and assists with revenue disclosures for SEC reporting.

The position is primarily based in a professional office environment. Compensation is $108,000–$137,500 per year, with eligible variable compensation, if any, commensurate with experience. Bowman describes its benefits package as comprehensive, with eligibility varying by position, location, and employment status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Seven or more years of accounting experience with significant exposure to revenue processes and ASC 606.
• Demonstrated technical accounting expertise, including hands-on contract review and drafting technical memos addressing complex ASC 606 revenue recognition issues.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.
• Exposure to BI and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical ability and expertise in revenue trend analysis.
• Effective communication of revenue insights to senior leadership.
• Ability to design and implement process improvements and automation.
• Collaborative working style with FP&A, Billing, Accounting, and IT.
• Executive presence and ability to influence decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sense of urgency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and proven leadership abilities.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to work independently with limited direction.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CFA, or MBA.
• Previous public company experience, ideally at a company with $500 million or more in annual revenue.
• Experience in accounting within a professional services, engineering, or consulting firm.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or another project costing Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for revenue recognition and technical accounting, working with the Director of Revenue Accounting on complex judgments and department priorities.
• Guide and mentor junior revenue staff as the team grows.
• Partner with Billing Operations and FP&A leadership to align reporting and forecasting with actual revenue performance.
• Demonstrate and ensure conformance with company philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Manage day-to-day revenue recognition processes in compliance with ASC 606, GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Support the Director of Revenue Accounting in strengthening and growing the Revenue Accounting function, including improving processes, documentation, and controls.
• Enhance and scale the contract review process and ensure timely, well-documented revenue recognition sign-off under ASC 606.
• Develop and enhance revenue analytics dashboards to provide insight into customer, project, and business unit performance.
• Partner with FP&A to align revenue forecasts with pipeline data and actual results.
• Identify process and systems improvements to streamline revenue reporting and analytics.
• Review contracts for revenue recognition impact and flag complex or non-standard terms.
• Determine contract asset and liability positions based on percentage-of-completion and quantify the related revenue recognition impact for review and approval.
• Reconcile the Project Ledger to the General Ledger.
• Lead budgeting efforts for estimated costs at completion and work with IT and Operations to enhance project budgeting systems and processes.
• Drive automation in revenue processes in partnership with Business Systems and IT.
• Ensure revenue policies, procedures, and controls are documented.
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404(b) internal controls for revenue recognition.
• Draft technical accounting memos and position papers on complex or judgmental revenue recognition issues for review by the Director of Revenue Accounting and external auditors.
• Support financial audit and review activities by providing contract support and evidence for selections as requested.
• Assist with revenue disclosures for SEC reporting, including revenue disaggregation and the analysis of bad debt.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
• Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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