As ActiveCampaign continues to grow and expand its offerings, the Revenue Accounting team plays a critical role in managing the complexities of revenue accounting, systems and operations. Reporting to the VP, Global Controller, this role will take the lead on shaping the strategy of the revenue accounting function, navigate new business initiatives and their corresponding revenue recognition and billing implications, manage our existing revenue and accounts receivable team, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our growing accounting function. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, a great communicator, and enjoys collaborating with people with a diverse set of talents in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What your day could consist of:

Lead and oversee the revenue accounting function, including serving as the primary internal expert with regards to quote-to-cash processes, revenue systems, and accounts receivable
Manage the month-end revenue accounting close by reviewing and analyzing revenue and deferred revenue, conducting fluctuation analyses, and related disclosures
Ensure revenue accounting’s roadmap is aligned with the company’s overall strategic objectives and support growth plans
Collaborate with sales, billing support, engineering and business intelligence teams around enhancements to our revenue platform and contract management systems, to ensure GAAP compliance.
Review non-standard contracts for revenue accounting implications (e.g., renewals, contract modifications, and variable consideration)
Assist FP&A in the monthly revenue modeling and forecasting procedures
Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance as we launch product offerings and expand our customer base
Build, develop, and actively manage relationships with external payments partners to ensure proper capture of transactions in the revenue cycle
Liaison with sales, legal, billing, sales ops, and product teams to ensure alignment on billing and revenue recognition matters
Work closely with external auditors to drive timely accounting conclusions for revenue recognition. Act as a primary point of contact throughout the audit process for external/internal auditors and consultants on technical revenue matters
Lead and mentor a team of revenue accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture and a continuous improvement mindset

What is needed:

Demonstrated success in leading revenue accounting functions through rapid growth and expanding product offerings, with a proven ability to develop and execute effective strategies
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the e-commerce or SaaS industries
Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven track record of building high-performing teams
Expertise in subscription billing processes, systems, invoicing, and collections strategies.
In-depth knowledge of revenue recognition standards (ASC 606)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and adhere to tight deadlines
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business process transformation
Experience with Zuora Suite (Billing and Revenue) and Sage Intacct (or comparable ERP system) is preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA are required
A combination of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience preferred

About ActiveCampaign:

ActiveCampaign helps small teams power big businesses with the must-have platform for intelligent marketing automation. Customers from over 170 countries depend on ActiveCampaign’s mix of pre-built automations and integrations (including Facebook, Google, WordPress, Salesforce, Shopify, and Square) to power personalized marketing, transactional emails, and one-to-one CRM interactions throughout the customer lifecycle.

As a global multicultural company, we are proud of our inclusive culture which embraces diverse voices, backgrounds, and perspectives. We don’t just celebrate our differences, we believe our diversity is what empowers our innovation and success. You can find out more about our DEI initiatives here.

ActiveCampaign holds the highest customer satisfaction rating among Marketing Automation, E-Commerce Personalization, Landing Page Builders, and CRM solutions on G2.com and is one of only a handful of software solutions with over 10,000 positive reviews. ActiveCampaign has also been named the Top Rated Email Marketing Software on TrustRadius. Learn more and start your free trial at ActiveCampaign.com.

Perks and benefits:

ActiveCampaign is an employee-first culture. We take care of our employees at work and outside of work. You can see more of the details here, but some of our most popular benefits include:

-Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that includes a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) fully covered by ActiveCampaign, complimentary access to telehealth and tele-mental health resources, and a complimentary membership to Calm

-Open paid time off

-Generous 401(k) matching program with immediate vesting

-Quarterly Path Perks with options for commuter and lunch benefits (for those reporting to a Hub), or a remote home office stipend

-After five years of service, you’ll be eligible for a four-week paid sabbatical leave and a sabbatical leave bonus

ActiveCampaign is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, pay, grow and promote no matter of gender, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, protected veteran status, physical and mental abilities, or any other identities protected by law.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) strive to foster a diverse inclusive environment by supporting each other, building a strong sense of belonging, and creating opportunities for mentorship and professional growth for their members.

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