At Algolia, we help developers and product teams connect their users with what matters most, in milliseconds. As a fast‑growing SaaS leader powering over 1.5 trillion searches each year, our commitment to scale, reliability, and innovation drives everything we do.
The Finance organization at Algolia empowers our global growth by delivering accurate, timely, and automated financial processes. In line with our FY26 strategy to enable platform-based growth and scale, Revenue Accounting is at the forefront of transitioning from manual workflows to robust, automated systems that support strategic decision‑making.
Why This Role Matters
Our current revenue recognition processes are highly manual. We’re seeking a Revenue Accounting Manager who will drive automation end to end by designing, building, and owning technology‑enabled workflows that reduce risk, accelerate month‑end close, and deliver clear insights on SaaS metrics.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Automation Initiatives: Architect and implement automated workflows across the revenue life cycle, quote-to-cash, ASC 606 compliance, and SaaS KPI reporting, leveraging tools like NetSuite ARM, Salesforce, and scripting (e.g., Python, VBA).
- Own Month‑End Close: Oversee and optimize the close process for revenue, deferred revenue, accounts receivable, allowance for doubtful accounts, and key SaaS metrics (ARR, churn, growth rates).
- Design Controls & Systems: Develop, test, and monitor internal controls to ensure full ASC 606 compliance; partner with IT and external auditors to validate system enhancements.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Order Management, Sales Ops, AR, and FP&A to embed automation, streamline data flows, and elevate accuracy across the quote‑to‑cash lifecycle.
- Insight & Reporting: Build dashboards and automated reports that provide real‑time visibility into forecast vs. actual revenue, deferral schedules, and revenue leakage.
- Mentor & Scale: Lead and coach a small team of accounting professionals in best practices for automation, process documentation, and continuous improvement.
What You Bring
- Proven Automation Expertise: 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years focused on revenue recognition in SaaS or technology; hands‑on with script‑based or low‑code automation.
- Technical Fluency: Advanced Excel skills (macros, Power Query), working knowledge of NetSuite ARM, Salesforce CPQ/CRM, and experience integrating financial systems.
- US GAAP Expertise: Deep understanding of ASC 606; commitment to staying current on revenue recognition developments.
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze large datasets, identify process bottlenecks, and implement scalable solutions.
Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional projects, communicate technical requirements to business stakeholders, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Self‑Starter: Comfortable in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment; thrives as a change agent and process innovation champion.
Nice to Have
- CPA designation or equivalent certification.
- Experience with Python, VBA, or other scripting languages.
- Previous tenure in a high‑growth SaaS or eCommerce environment.
Algolia Values
- GRIT: Persist through challenges and drive projects to completion.
- TRUST: Own your work and build confidence with transparent communication.
- CANDOR: Share honest feedback and foster open dialogue.
- CARE: Support teammates and uphold the integrity of our processes.
- HUMILITY: Embrace learning and adapt in a rapidly evolving organization.
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