Senior Revenue Accounting Manager

Location: Onsite – Pleasanton, California
Reporting to: Controller

At STN, we don't just adapt to the digital future, we engineer it. Our mission is to help organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving technology landscape through strategic insight, cutting-edge solutions, and a security-first mindset. We provide end-to-end services spanning cloud consulting, AI infrastructure, and enterprise security, enabling secure, scalable, and future-ready transformation.

As trusted advisors, we align IT investments with business outcomes that drive performance and growth, starting with deep strategic engagement and delivering tailored solutions built for long-term impact.

Our approach is innovation-led and rooted in cybersecurity, with a focus on leveraging the right technologies to solve real-world challenges. We invest in our people and foster a culture of growth, inclusion, and purpose because we believe empowered teams build transformative technology.

Overview
The Senior Revenue Accounting Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of revenue recognition and revenue accounting operations to ensure compliance with ASC 606, company policies, and regulatory requirements. This role provides strategic leadership for the revenue accounting function, manages the revenue team, and partners cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, FP&A, Operations, and Executive Leadership to support accurate financial reporting and scalable business growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, process improvement experience, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Recognition & Compliance

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end revenue recognition process, ensuring full compliance with ASC 606 and company accounting policies across all revenue streams.
• Review complex customer contracts and revenue arrangements to determine proper accounting treatment and revenue timing.
• Monitor evolving accounting standards and regulatory guidance related to revenue recognition and assess the impact on current policies and practices.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue close processes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Directly manage, mentor, and develop the Revenue Manager and revenue accounting team.
• Set clear performance goals, provide coaching and feedback, and foster professional growth and accountability within the team.
• Build scalable team processes and support organizational growth initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Review and approve revenue journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the revenue accounting team.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of revenue-related financial reporting.
• Prepare and present revenue performance reports, key metrics, and strategic insights to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation and disclosures related to revenue accounting.

Policies, Controls & Audit Support

• Establish, document, and enforce revenue accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure consistency, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors on all revenue-related matters.
• Coordinate audit requests, provide supporting documentation, and ensure timely resolution of audit findings and inquiries.
• Drive compliance with SOX and internal control requirements where applicable.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner closely with Sales and Legal teams to review contract terms and provide proactive revenue impact assessments prior to deal execution.
• Collaborate with FP&A to deliver revenue forecasts, trend analysis, variance commentary, and reporting that support executive decision-making and board presentations.
• Work with Operations, Billing, and IT teams to improve revenue data integrity and reporting accuracy.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead system and process improvement initiatives related to revenue operations, including ERP configurations, automation, workflow enhancements, and reporting improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline revenue accounting processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Support implementation and optimization of revenue recognition systems and reporting tools.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant focus on revenue recognition and ASC 606 compliance.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience within revenue accounting.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, ASC 606, and revenue accounting principles.
• Experience working in SaaS, technology, telecommunications, or high-growth environments preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar financial platforms.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.

Preferred

• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team development abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex contracts and transactions
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Proven ability to manage deadlines in fast-paced environments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Experience leading audits and managing external auditor relationships

Compensation

• Full-Time, Exempt
• $160,000-$200,000/year, DOE

Benefits

• Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA Health and Dependent Care available
• 401(k) Plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Observed Holidays Paid
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Collaborative, growth-driven culture

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference verification. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.