Senior Revenue Accounting Manager

Zip•San Francisco, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

Zip is seeking a Senior Revenue Accounting Manager to lead and scale its revenue accounting function. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for a motivated manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. In this role, you will own the entire revenue recognition process which includes driving the execution of revenue accounting close, reviewing customer contracts, assessing the revenue recognition impact from new pricing and packaging initiatives, and overseeing operational revenue processes. Success in this role requires a hands-on approach, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to partner directly with key stakeholders and leadership to drive operational efficiency, ensure ASC 606 compliance, and scale our processes for rapid growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
8+ years of relevant accounting experience; experience in public accounting and/or high-growth companies preferred.
Deep knowledge of ASC 606 and experience applying revenue recognition guidance to complex customer arrangements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex revenue topics into clear, practical guidance for non-finance stakeholders.
Experience operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving systems and processes.
Proficiency with MS Office, NetSuite and/or other revenue recognition accounting systems.

Responsibilities

Own month-end close activities for global revenue recognition and commissions accounting, including the review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and fluctuation analysis.
Partner with the Senior Director of Revenue Accounting Operations by surfacing operational insights, risks, and improvement opportunities that inform the revenue accounting strategy.
Collaborate with Sales, Deal Desk, and Legal to review customer agreement structures, evaluate revenue recognition impact, and propose solutions that align with internal policies and business objectives.
Prepare technical accounting policy memos for complex revenue topics such as variable consideration, Standalone Selling Prices (SSP), and principal versus agent assessment.
Identify and lead initiatives to deploy automation across revenue accounting and quote-to-cash workflows to support Zip’s next phase of growth.
Develop and maintain operational revenue accounting procedures and related documentation as product offerings and commercial models evolve.
Build and maintain relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to drive effective collaboration.
Manage the external audit for revenue and commissions accounting matters.
Provide coaching and development opportunities to the senior revenue accountants to support technical excellence across the revenue accounting function.