Revenue and Technical Accounting Lead

Ridgeline•Reno, NV

60d•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Revenue and Technical Accounting Lead to join our dynamic finance team. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely revenue recognition under ASC 606, managing technical accounting matters, and driving cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Legal, and Deal Desk teams. You'll bring clarity and compliance to complex customer agreements, serve as the key revenue recognition resource for the organization, and help scale accounting operations as we grow. You'll also leverage modern tools-including AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT-to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and insight across accounting workflows. At Ridgeline, how we work matters as much as what we build. Ridgeliners act like owners, choose growth over comfort, and communicate with transparency. We assume positive intent, bias toward action, and bring solutions-not just problems. We celebrate wins, learn from setbacks, and thrive in a resilient, collaborative, high-performing culture. If this excites you, we'd love to meet you. You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Requirements

3-7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a focus on revenue recognition and ASC 606
CPA preferred; public accounting experience a plus
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting research
Experience with SaaS or subscription-based revenue models
Ability to approach revenue recognition with a strategic lens, identifying opportunities to optimize processes for scale and compliance
Proven experience building or improving accounting workflows that drive efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment
Proven ability to interpret contract terms and apply accounting standards
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP and Revenue systems
Enthusiasm for adopting AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline and elevate work

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing revenue automation tools
Familiarity with equity, lease accounting, and other technical accounting areas
Prior experience in a startup or high-growth tech environment
Experience with Maxio

Responsibilities

Lead revenue recognition processes in accordance with ASC 606 for complex customer contracts
Analyze and document the revenue implications of unique deal terms and contract modifications
Collaborate with the Deal Desk, Sales, and Legal teams to evaluate and document non-standard terms and ensure alignment with revenue policies
Maintain and refine revenue accounting policies and procedures to support compliance and scalability
Provide technical accounting guidance and support for new business initiatives, product offerings, or partnership models
Own and manage the full lifecycle of customer invoicing, from contract review through billing execution and collection tracking
Partner with the finance team during monthly close cycles, including reconciliations, journal entries, and revenue reporting
Support external audit processes related to revenue and other technical accounting areas
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives aimed at enhancing system automation and process improvements
Take ownership of complex challenges and proactively seek out collaborative, compliant, and efficient solutions

Benefits

As an employee at Ridgeline, you'll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product.
In addition to the base salary, 100% of Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement.
We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued and are inspired to bring their best selves to work.
These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans.

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