Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting

Company Description

Organizations everywhere struggle under the crushing costs and complexities of “solutions” that promise to simplify their lives. To create a better experience for their customers and employees. To help them grow. Software is a choice that can make or break a business. Create better or worse experiences. Propel or throttle growth. Business software has become a blocker instead of ways to get work done. 

There’s another option. Freshworks. With a fresh vision for how the world works.

At Freshworks, we build uncomplicated service software that delivers exceptional customer and employee experiences. Our enterprise-grade solutions are powerful, yet easy to use, and quick to deliver results. Our people-first approach to AI eliminates friction, making employees more effective and organizations more productive. Over 72,000 companies, including Bridgestone, New Balance, Nucor, S&P Global, and Sony Music, trust Freshworks’ customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) software to fuel customer loyalty and service efficiency. And, over 4,500 Freshworks employees make this possible, all around the world. 

Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.

Job Description

You are a highly skilled Senior Manager of Technical Revenue who can focus on high-impact, complex, revenue-recognition projects that elevate our accounting and reporting capabilities. This role reports directly to the Director of Revenue and is responsible for all revenue close and technical accounting activities.  As a Manager, you will have a strong mastery of current US GAAP and technical accounting pronouncements and must possess strong analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Perform and assist in monthly revenue cycle controls including contract reviews, deal support, as well as detailed review of work performed by the team
• Responsible for compliance with ASC606 requirements, including SSP setups & updates
• Perform and assist in the performance of technical accounting research on all topics related to revenue and prepare/update memos as needed
• Design and implement systems and processes to automate revenue recognition in alignment with revenue recognition policies and objectives
• Perform close-related accounting reviews and analyses
• Mentor India teams on various ongoing system/ process/ workpaper improvement initiatives
• Work with cross-functional teams, including Partner Program/ Operations, IT Business Applications, FP&A & Legal

Qualifications

• Public Accounting Experience: Proven experience in public accounting, ideally with one of the Big 4 firms
• Managerial non-audit experience & experience working with remote teams is required
• Deep understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles and standards & experience applying revenue recognition principles in complex SaaS or technology arrangements
• Experience in implementing software tools such as Zuora Revenue, NetSuite ARM for revenue recognition automation
• Working experience with Salesforce and integrations into Netsuite
• Advanced Analytical Skills: Proven ability to handle intricate technical analyses and create clear, actionable reports or position papers
• Ability to adapt quickly and operate effectively in a rapidly scaling, dynamic environment

Additional Information

We're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diverse world we serve. At Freshworks, you'll find inclusive teams, flexible thinking, and opportunities to grow your career - while making work better for millions. 

If this sounds like a journey you want to be part of, we'd love to meet you. Let's building something refreshing together. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $220,000 Base Salary. This role is also eligible for variable compensation. 

Compensation is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to location, experience, job-related skills, and level. Bonus/equity may be available.

At Freshworks, we have fostered an environment that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion, welcoming colleagues of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and ethnicities. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer environment that boosts the goals of our employees, communities, and business. Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.