Revenue Recognition Accountant, Firstup
$70-115k
Workplace communication platform
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Workplace communication platform
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$70-115k
201-500 employees
Company mission
To improve the employee experience at every moment that matters, large and small.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1-3 years of direct experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition, and/or 3-5 years of progressive general accounting experience with a strong understanding of revenue principles
- Proven experience with ASC 606 system implementations (e.g., NetSuite ARM module or similar), and/or Big 4 audit experience with a CPA license
- Strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP Accounting)
- Excellent communication skills with ability to develop the "story" and form recommendations
- Superb attention to detail balanced by ability to focus on the "big picture."
- Proficient in Excel / Google Sheets and Word / Google Docs related skills
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Excited to build out systems and processes in a rapidly growing business
What the job involves
- The Revenue Recognition Accountant will work closely across multiple teams within the Company to address revenue accounting matters in the application of U.S. GAAP, and maintenance of revenue accounting policies.
- This role will own the end-to-end revenue accounting for Firstup and conduct research on complex revenue arrangements.
- In addition, this role will work closely with our financial reporting and GL accounting teams in support of the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, and other stakeholders on an ad-hoc basis (i.e., acquisition Integration team to ensure successful implementation of accounting policies and procedures for newly acquired businesses and accurate go-live reporting.)
- Prepare and analyze revenue accounting entries for month-end close, ensuring deferred revenue waterfalls are accurately maintained at a customer contract level
- Own the ASC 606 revenue recognition in NetSuite (ARM module) monthly
- Perform detailed reviews/analysis of Master Agreements and Contracts to ensure that revenue is properly recorded, and documentation is in compliance with policy
- Perform SSP analysis as needed and create processes to maintain SSP analysis on an ongoing basis
- Review Order Perfection for data accuracy and revenue recognition impact in Salesforce
- Ensure the application of GAAP to complex revenue transactions
- Support the coordination of annual audit activities of external auditors, as needed
- Participate in the continuous improvement of revenue recognition processes and systems
Our take
As hybrid and remote work models become commonplace, workplace communication struggles to keep pace. many companies now grapple with burnout and digital fatigue, compounded by the absence of regular face-to-face interaction, leaving HR teams and managers searching for effective engagement strategies.
Enter Firstup, a solution designed to tackle this challenge head-on. It offers a workplace communication platform that seamlessly integrates with a company's HR systems. By tapping into data from recruitment, performance management, talent acquisition, and other sources, first build detailed employee profiles. This enables companies to craft and deliver personalized engagement initiatives, ultimately enhancing productivity and retention rates.
With a track record of success, Firstup has recently surpassed the $100M mark in annual recurring revenue and clinched the prestigious 2023 HR Tech Award for Employee Experience. Already trusted by over 40% of the Fortune 100, including industry giants like Amazon, Holton, and Ford, Firstup is poised to continue growth. Its ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the modern workforce ensures it remains a key player in the realm of workplace communication and engagement.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
2% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Health Coverage: Doing your best starts with feeling your best. We provide fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees, plus 70% for dependents
- Flexible Time Off: You can’t mobilize if you don’t rest and recharge—so take as much paid time off as you need
- Fruity Umbrella Drink Bonus: When we say we want you to take time off, we mean it. To encourage you, we offer extra compensation when you take time off in full-week increments
- Retirement Plan: There’s life beyond work, and someday there will be a lot of it. We’ll help you save for that time
- Professional Development: We invest in our people and build their skills for the future of work—no matter where that future takes them
- Family Leave: We support making big changes, and nothing will change your life more than bringing a child into your family. That’s why we offer 12 weeks of fully paid family leave for all parents
- Volunteer PTO: We give you paid days off to give back because we want our workforce to be a force for good
- Commuter Benefits: Although much of our workforce is remote, when we do head into the office, we subsidize eco-friendly ways to get there
Company HQ
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Nicole Alvino
(CEO)Previously the founder and CEO of Dermalounge. They also worked at Enron Europe as an Analyst and Associate.
Jim Larrison
(CCO)Graduated from Bradley University with a BS in Marketing & Market Research. Previously co-founded Dynamic Signal where they served as the President and then Chief Customer Officer.
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