Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This Senior Revenue Accountant role stands out in SaaS because revenue accounting is where subscription mechanics, professional services delivery, and contract complexity converge under ASC 606. In a data and AI software business selling into large enterprises, revenue outcomes are shaped by deal structures, modifications, and multi element arrangements, making the accounting function a practical lens into how SaaS monetization actually works.
For a long term SaaS finance career, the position offers durable exposure to order to cash workflows and the controls that support reliable reporting at scale. Regular partnership with sales operations, legal, deal desk, and systems teams builds fluency in how commercial decisions flow into financial statements. The emphasis on automation and the use of AI tools also aligns with a broader shift in SaaS finance toward shorter close cycles, stronger data integrity, and more analytics driven revenue operations.
This role fits an accountant who prefers structured problem solving, careful judgment on contract interpretation, and ownership of close deliverables. It also suits someone who enjoys cross functional collaboration and wants to deepen expertise in SaaS revenue patterns rather than remain in general ledger work. Candidates interested in process design and audit readiness will find clear signals of that focus.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
Alation is pioneering the next era of data intelligence — powered by AI agents and trusted data. Organizations around the world rely on Alation to drive self-service analytics, cloud transformation, data governance, and AI innovation. Our technology helps enterprises connect people and data to make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions. With more than $340M in funding – valued at over $1.7 billion and more than 650 customers, including 40% of the Fortune 100. As data becomes the foundation of every business, Alation is leading the way in helping organizations unlock their full potential. By bringing intelligence, automation, and trust to every interaction, we empower customers to scale data-driven innovation with confidence and speed. Joining Alation means being part of a winning team shaping the future of AI-powered data intelligence. We move fast, think big, and deliver results together. Job Description: About Alation Alation is pioneering the next era of data intelligence — powered by AI agents and trusted data. Organizations around the world rely on Alation to drive self-service analytics, cloud transformation, data governance, and AI innovation. Our technology helps enterprises connect people and data to make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions. As data becomes the foundation of every business, Alation is leading the way in helping organizations unlock their full potential. By bringing intelligence, automation, and trust to every interaction, we empower customers to scale data-driven innovation with confidence and speed. Joining Alation means being part of a winning team shaping the future of AI-powered data intelligence. We move fast, think big, and deliver results together. About the Role The Senior Revenue Accountant will report to the Revenue Accounting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in building a best-in-class revenue team that is driving efficient and scalable processes. What You'll Be Doing Evaluate customer contracts to ensure that revenue is recognized accurately in accordance with ASC 606 and company policy. Partner with cross-functional business partners such as sales, deals desk, sales operations, order management, legal, and IT teams. Prepare revenue-related analyses and assessments such as contract combinations, material rights, contract modifications, standalone selling prices, professional services, and partner-related fees. Perform monthly and quarter-end close revenue activities, such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations, flux analyses, related reporting and disclosures, and close slides for management review. Help prepare supporting data and other requests for external auditors and business partners. Participate in developing, documenting, and maintaining strong internal controls over revenue transactions and reporting. Assist in driving efforts to build best-in-class, automated processes related to the Order-to-Cash process. Champion the use of AI tools to reduce close cycle times, improve data accuracy, and enhance revenue reporting capabilities Assist with whitepaper or accounting memos to support the company’s position or policy election on specific revenue recognition issues as needed. Prepare ad-hoc accounting projects and analyses as needed. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. 4+ years of experience required, at least 3 years in public accounting; Big 4 CPA is a plus. Strong working knowledge of ASC 606 is required. Experience with Professional Services or different revenue recognition patterns (Ratable, Percentage of Completion) is preferred. Experience with multiple performance obligations and complex revenue transactions. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with team members at every level of the organization. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills using large data sets. Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines. Advanced MS Excel skills and Google Sheets. Ability to succeed in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. Must be a self-motivated problem solver. Must be able to work independently. Motivation to implement process improvements that inspire change while embodying the company’s collaborative and inclusive culture. How You Succeed Raise the Bar: Continuously elevate the quality, accuracy, and efficiency of the accounting function across all areas you lead. Move with Urgency: Drive close processes, payroll cycles, and automation projects forward with discipline and a bias for action. Win Through Results: Deliver reliable financials, scalable processes, and a future-ready automation roadmap. Build Exceptional Teams: Develop and inspire a culture of accountability, learning, and operational excellence within Payroll, Accounting, and AP Act Like an Owner: Take responsibility for the health of the entire function — proactively surface risks, solve problems, and think strategically about what Alation's finance function needs to scale. This is a hybrid opportunity; you’ll join us in our Redwood City office on Tuesday & Thursday to collaborate, connect, and enjoy a team atmosphere! #LI-Hybrid #LI-MS1 Compensation Pay Range: $101,716.00 - $137,317.00 Salary Information The base salary range is specific to the United States. The salary of the final candidate selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, work location, specialty and training. If the final candidate has a different level of experience, the base salary target range may be lower or higher than what is published. Alation, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested. This company participates in E-Verify. Click on any of the links below to view or print the full poster. E-Verify and Right to Work. Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team!! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Our founders have come together from different backgrounds: business, engineering, and design. This unique mix from our founding team is important to the Alation culture story. Today, our team consists of creators and communicators with varied backgrounds - from Stanford, to the Indian Institute of Technology, big companies and one-person startups, the United States, and abroad. We continue to seek ever more diverse perspectives as we grow. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, name, religion, color, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Why Alation? Market-Leading Data Catalog Provider High-growth, collaborative environment with diverse and inclusive teams Continuous learning, enrichment and development opportunities Competitive pay and health offerings including commuter benefits Flexible time off to relax and recharge
