Senior Revenue Accountant/Manager @ Cohere

Who are we?

Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We’re training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI.

We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what’s best for our customers.

Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products.

Join us on our mission and shape the future!

Why this role?

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Revenue Accountant with a background in Big 4 audit, startup environments, and proficiency in the Order to Cash (O2C) process. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of revenue recognition principles, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong teamwork skills. This is an individual contributor role with the prospect of growing into a people leader.

As a Senior Revenue Accountant/Manager, you will

Oversee and manage the end-to-end Order to Cash (O2C) process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements focused but not limited to revenue.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, legal, and operations, to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition.
Analyze and interpret complex contracts to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment in accordance with ASC 606.
Lead the implementation and optimization of revenue accounting processes and systems.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and key KPI analysis.
Support the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors and other parties to provide necessary documentation and explanations.
Develop and maintain revenue accounting policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to internal controls and best practices.
Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed, including system upgrades and process improvements.

You may be a good fit if you have:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification required.
Minimum of 6-10 years of relevant experience, including Big 4 audit experience and working in a startup environment.
Extensive experience with the Order to Cash (O2C) process.
In-depth knowledge of ASC 606 and other revenue recognition standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! If you consider yourself a thoughtful worker, a lifelong learner, and a kind and playful team member, Cohere is the place for you.

We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.

Our Perks:

🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment

🧑‍💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research

🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks

🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health

🐣 100% Parental Leave top-up for 6 months for employees based in Canada, the US, and the UK

🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement

🏙 Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco and London and co-working stipend

✈️ 6 weeks of vacation

Note: This post is co-authored by both Cohere humans and Cohere technology.

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