Revenue Accountant

Job description

We are looking for a talented Revenue Accountant to join our growing global team at Sectigo. The Revenue Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day execution of revenue accounting operations across multiple entities and currencies. This role also supports analysis under the relevant standard for revenue recognition (ASC 606) and assists with other non-routine transactions. The Revenue Accountant plays a key role in the monthly and quarterly close processes, and contributes to the analysis of customer billing activity, contract trends, and revenue drivers supporting accurate revenue recognition and reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of the accrual basis of accounting, a strong sense of organization, and a proactive approach to process improvement. Advanced Excel skills, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and cross-functionally are essential, along with a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and company standard operating procedures (SOPs). Here are the core functions, responsibilities, and expectations for this role: Coordinate with international accounting and operational teams to obtain billing information and support revenue accounting activities across global legal entities. Review billing and invoice activity from multiple source systems and validate consistency between customer contracts, sales orders, Salesforce opportunities, and revenue accounting records. Analyze customer usage and deposit activity from operational systems and maintain supporting schedules to ensure accurate accounting and revenue recognition treatment. Maintain deferred revenue schedules, including revenue amortization, reconciliations, and month-end support across multiple legal entities. Execute critical aspects of the monthly close process across multiple entities and currencies, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, legal, sales, operations, and global accounting teams to assess results, and flag complex transactions for management review. Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and standardize revenue accounting processes, reconciliations, and reporting workflows. Support the review of revenue transactions and accounting conclusions under ASC 606 by preparing analyses, supporting schedules, and documentation for management review. More information about this role: This is a full-time and in-office position, reporting to our Chennai office 5 days a week , working in the 3PM IST schedule unless otherwise notified. This is an individual contributor role, reporting to the Senior Revenue Manger. The targeted compensation package for this role is between INR 8,00,000 and INR 10,00,000, subject upon internal equity and years of experience. We may make further adjustments through an approval process if the targeted compensation range needs to be modified based on business needs and market trends. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline. Experience: Experience analyzing large transactional datasets using Excel and performing complex reconciliations between source systems, billing records, and accounting schedules. 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1 years supporting revenue accounting, deferred revenue, month-end close, or subscription-based businesses. Experience working with contract-based revenue arrangements and multi-entity accounting environments preferred. Experience supporting accounting activities across multiple legal entities and currencies preferred. Talents and Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accrual-based accounting principles. Ability to review customer contracts, quotes, and sales order documentation and appropriately translate commercial terms into accounting schedules and revenue recognition support. Proficiency with accounting ERP systems such as NetSuite, or similar platforms. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to investigate variances, inconsistencies, and data anomalies rather than simply processing information received from source systems. Strong attention to detail with consistent accuracy in executing accounting processes, even as procedures evolve. Excellent time management and organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities and stakeholders simultaneously. Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills; comfortable presenting ideas, identifying risks, and recommending process improvements. Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and a desire to grow with the organization; motivated to take on increasing responsibility as the role and company scale. Experience supporting SaaS, subscription, recurring revenue, usage-based billing, or deferred revenue accounting environments preferred. Chartered Accountant (CA) a plus. Experience working with sales teams and reviewing sales orders/contracts and applying appropriate accounting treatment for complex and evolving transactions. Sectigo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Sectigo, we are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout your career. We hire and promote the most qualified individuals based on their skills, experience, job requirements, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate. Our “One Sectigo” culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and supports a respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Our Hiring Process at Sectigo: To enhance your experience, Sectigo may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools during the recruitment process. We are committed to using AI responsibly and transparently, ensuring fairness, accuracy, and human oversight at every stage. Global team. Global reach. Global impact. At Sectigo, we believe doing good is good business. Our strength and our success come from our team of passionate, engaged individuals who make a difference, both locally and globally. Our commitment to engagement is rooted in an unconditionally inclusive workforce, embodying our unique perspectives, heritages, and backgrounds, all as diverse as the experiences of each Sectigo employee. Importantly, we strive to be recognized not only as the CLM leader but also for our intentional efforts to promote employees into the roles that most challenge and excite them, into experiences that allow them to grow their interests as we grow the business. We are committed to bringing a little bit of fun and a whole lot of happiness into everything we do so that our work – and our team members – reflect the positive outcomes we deliver to our customers every day. Sectigo is the most innovative provider of certificate lifecycle management (CLM), delivering solutions that help the world’s largest brands simplify how digital trust is managed and scaled. Sectigo’s automated, cloud-native CLM platform issues and manages digital certificates across enterprise environments, enabling organizations to reduce complexity, accelerate time to value, and strengthen security across environments. Sectigo is one of the largest, longest-standing, and most reputable CAs with more than 700,000 customers, including 65% of the Fortune 500. Sectigo holds six combined active leadership seats in the CA/Browser Forum and ETSI and brings two decades of delivering unparalleled digital trust. Simplicity at Scale. How we show up with each other and our customers every day is just as important, and we win as #OneSectigo by living out our core values - Support, Excellence, Communication, Teamwork, Integrity, Growth and Openness. We are committed to investing in our diverse teams where everyone understands their role and how they support our strategic goals, we drive operational excellence through scale and efficiency, and we strive to delight our customers and become the market leader in our industry. If you aspire to join a driven team that holds each other accountable to meeting our lofty goals and you’d like to be part of our growth story in delivering a market leading user experience, we’d like to talk to you.