Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
Revenue accounting is a core SaaS function because subscription contracts, renewals, usage components, and bundled deliverables create revenue patterns that are more complex than traditional product sales. This Senior Manager role sits at the center of that complexity, owning ASC 606 judgments and the close cadence that turns contracting activity into reliable reporting. The remit also signals a company environment where scale and transaction volume are increasing, making consistency and control design especially consequential.
For a SaaS finance career, the long-term value comes from becoming fluent in how commercial terms translate into revenue schedules, disclosures, and audit outcomes. Managing quarter end reviews and year end audits builds credibility with external stakeholders, while partnering across Order Management, Deal Mechanics, Legal, FP&A, and IT develops an operator’s view of the quote to cash chain. The emphasis on process improvement, automation, and analytics aligns with how modern SaaS finance teams reduce manual effort while strengthening governance.
This role suits an experienced revenue accountant who prefers structured problem solving, clear ownership, and cross functional influence. It will fit someone comfortable leading distributed contributors and contractors, and who enjoys balancing technical accounting with practical systems and process decisions.
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
The Senior Manager Revenue Accounting will be responsible for analyzing and reviewing complex revenue transactions ensuring appropriate ASC 606 accounting treatment is applied. Management of an accurate and timely month-end and quarter-end close cycle, annual audit cycles, ensuring an effective control environment, leading and mentoring a primarily remote team (internal, as well as external contractors). To be successful, this individual must have the ability to adapt quickly, operate effectively in a rapidly scaling, dynamic environment and align well with Cloud Software Groups’ strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise on the treatment of revenue accounting transactions (under ASC 606) and related financial reporting requirements
Lead and manage the execution of quarterly reviews and year-end financial audits by external auditors related to revenue. Including compliance with internal control processes.
Lead and manage month-end and quarter-end close activities; revenue transaction reviews, manual process analyses, and account reconciliations.
Analyze sales transactions within the Company’s ERP systems to ensure accuracy of data and integrity of revenue schedules, inclusive of revenue allocations.
Review contract write-ups to ensure that revenue is recognized in accordance with ASC606.
Assist with preparation and review of executive-level analytics for various internal and external presentations.
Participate in the design and implementation of scalable revenue processes and systems that support growth and operational efficiency. Drive continuous process improvement through automation, AI-enabled solutions, and data analytics.
Participate in business transformation initiatives and integration activities related to divestitures and acquisitions.
Work cross-functionally with key internal business partners, such as I.T., Business Process Operations, Order Management, Deal Mechanics, FP&A, and Legal on ongoing initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CA/CPA preferred) with at least 9+ years of experience in a similar role at public, high-growth SaaS or technology company
Prior experience with revenue close operations and reconciliation process
Deep expertise in ASC 606
Experience in hiring, managing, and mentoring high performing teams
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Strong background in revenue systems and automation initiatives
Must be self-motivated, flexible, deadline-oriented, and have the ability to independently drive projects to completion
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and business partnering skills with demonstrated ability to work cross functionally and at various levels within a company
Compensation may vary depending on your location, qualifications including job-related education, training, experience, licensure, and certification, that could result at a level outside of these ranges. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual bonus, and sales incentives depending on the terms of the applicable plan and role as well as individual performance.
CA generally ranges: $155,096-$232,643
All other locations fall under our General State range: $136,049-$204,073
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cloud Software Group and the country where you work. U.S. based employees are typically offered access to healthcare, life insurance and disability benefits, 401(k) plan and company match, among others. This requisition has no specific deadline for completion.
About Us:
Cloud Software Group is one of the world’s largest cloud solution providers, serving more than 100 million users around the globe. When you join Cloud Software Group, you are making a difference for real people, each of whom count on our suite of cloud-based products to get work done — from anywhere. Members of our team will tell you that we value passion for technology and the courage to take risks. Everyone is empowered to learn, dream, and build the future of work. We are on the brink of another Cambrian leap -- a moment of immense evolution and growth. And we need your expertise and experience to do it. Now is the perfect time to move your skills to the cloud.
Cloud Software Group is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation status), marital status, military service, protected veteran status, political activity or affiliation, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave and other protected classifications.
Cloud Software Group will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history and conduct the recruiting process in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance. For access to the laws see the following links: California FCA and Los Angeles FCO.
If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any part of the application process, please contact us via the Bridge portal for assistance.
