Senior Manager of Revenue Accounting

ForeFlight•Centennial, CO

16h•$157,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Revenue Accounting is the technical owner of all revenue accounting matters, with deep responsibility for ASC 606 compliance, revenue close accuracy, and SOX controls. This role sits hybrid, in our Englewood, CO office. This is a builder role—not a maintainer. You will define policies, implement scalable processes, and ensure audit-ready execution across a complex SaaS and On-Premise revenue environment. You will partner closely with Finance, Sales, Legal, and external auditors to ensure revenue is accounted for correctly, consistently, and defensibly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA required (active preferred)
8+ years of accounting experience, including 3–5+ years of ASC 606 in SaaS or software
2–3+ years in a Manager or leadership role
Deep expertise in multi-element revenue arrangements and ASC 606 application
Strong SOX controls experience (design, testing, documentation)
Experience with Oracle ERP and revenue close processes
Experience working with Big 4 auditors
Proven ability to build or improve accounting processes in high-growth environments
Strong written communication skills (audit-ready technical memos)

Nice To Haves

Big 4 background (Manager level preferred)
Master’s degree in Accounting
Experience with revenue automation tools (NetSuite RMCS, Zuora, etc.)
Exposure to private equity-backed environments and sponsor reporting
Familiarity with CECL (ASC 326)
Experience supporting M&A, QoE, or exit readiness

Responsibilities

Own all aspects of revenue recognition under ASC 606 across SaaS, On-Prem licenses, PCS, and bundled arrangements
Review contracts to identify performance obligations, pricing allocation, and recognition methodology
Lead Standalone Selling Price (SSP) methodology and ongoing updates
Evaluate and document complex or non-standard deal structures
Prepare technical accounting memos for judgmental or material transactions
Own and maintain the company’s revenue recognition policy
Own monthly revenue close, including deferred revenue, unbilled AR, and journal entries
Ensure subledger to GL reconciliation with zero aged discrepancies
Prepare full revenue reporting package (by product, geography, contract type)
Perform variance analysis and partner with FP&A on budget vs. actuals
Manage revenue cut-off procedures and ensure period accuracy
Identify and correct historical revenue issues (recasts, audit support)
Design and execute all revenue-related SOX controls (ICFR)
Maintain control matrix aligned to financial statement risks
Ensure documentation meets audit and PCAOB standards
Serve as primary contact for auditors on revenue controls
Identify and remediate control gaps proactively
Drive zero repeat audit findings
Own revenue accounting configuration within Oracle Cloud ERP
Partner with IT on system changes and implementations
Evaluate and implement revenue automation tools (e.g., NetSuite RMCS)
Improve reporting structures and automate manual processes
Ensure system outputs support PE-level reporting requirements
Own allowance for doubtful accounts under ASC 310 / CECL (ASC 326)
Maintain and update credit loss methodology
Partner with AR and Collections on aging and write-offs
Ensure defensible bad debt estimates aligned with revenue policies
Build and deliver standardized reporting for Thoma Bravo (ARR, MRR, retention, etc.)
Support financial statement disclosures (RPO, contract assets/liabilities, etc.)
Maintain audit-ready documentation and support external audits
Partner with leadership on sponsor and Board reporting
Partner with Sales, Legal, and Ops on deal structuring
Collaborate with FP&A and Tax on revenue-related matters
Manage and develop accounting team members
Build SOPs and scalable processes across revenue accounting