Lead Analyst - Revenue Accounting

Job description

Position Summary: Bloom Energy is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Revenue Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to Sr. Manager, Revenue Accounting, this individual contributor role is essential for the day-to-day execution of our global revenue operations. This is a full-time, onsite position based at our Bangalore office, designed to foster direct collaboration and real time engagement with our cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing revenue related accounting tasks, preparing complex reconciliations and supporting the month end close process for product, installation and service revenue streams. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys working with large datasets and wants to develop deep expertise in ASC 606. Key Responsibilities: Perform day-to-day accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely recognition of product, installation, and service revenues in accordance with ASC 606 and Company policy. Review and analyze customer contracts, identifying key terms that impact revenue recognition and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment. Review contracts to support deal negotiations and prepare and review contract checklists to provide revenue recognition guidance and ensure accuracy Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end revenue close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and analytics. Prepare technical accounting checklists and supporting schedules for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Execute key controls to support SOX compliance and maintain the integrity of financial reporting. Support the implementation and optimization of ERP and revenue automation tools to drive continuous improvement in revenue operations. Provide data driven analysis and schedules to support HQ in revenue forecasting and strategic decision-making. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance (Chartered Accountant, MBA, CPA or equivalent). Minimum 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 3 years specifically focused on revenue recognition. Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606, including experience with multi-element arrangements and contract modifications. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage and interpret large data sets with attention to detail. Experience working with revenue related modules in ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, RevPro and Salesforce. Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex revenue concepts to cross-functional partners. Preferred Qualifications: Big 4 or large public accounting firm background. Prior experience in energy, manufacturing or high-tech sectors. Experience working in a global company with exposure to international revenue practices. Direct experience with SOX compliance documentation and testing. Excellent communication skills