Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantTysons, VirginiaSenior Accountant (Revenue Focus)We are a high-growth SaaS company at the forefront of innovation in the Internet of Things (IoT) space, delivering connected solutions that transform how people interact with their environments. Over the past several years, we've experienced steady, healthy growth and built a high-performing accounting team that plays a key role in sustaining our success.The Senior Accountant will be a critical member of our finance organization, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of revenue-related records, including tracking payments, reviewing customer contracts, preparing invoices, and maintaining transaction integrity in accordance with GAAP and ASC 606 standards. This position reports directly to the Manager, Revenue Accounting and will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support our fast-paced, dynamic environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & ReportingPrepare and record journal entries for deferred revenue, accounts receivable adjustments, and contractual incentives.Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations and flux analysis for revenue-related accounts.Assist in preparing SEC reporting schedules and revenue disclosures for quarterly and annual filings.Provide support for quarterly and annual audits, including relevant documentation and reconciliations.Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal accounting policies, and SOX control requirements.Systems, Tools & Process ImprovementPartner with Finance Systems to enhance ERP and revenue automation tools.Identify process improvement opportunities to increase accuracy and efficiency in the order-to-cash cycle.Participate in cross-functional projects to streamline revenue recognition, billing, and reporting workflows.Business PartnershipCollaborate with Sales Ops, Legal, FP&A, and Customer Success teams to assist in resolving revenue issues and ensuring contract terms align with accounting standards.Provide deal structure guidance to optimize compliance and business outcomes.Additional ResponsibilitiesLead or participate in ad hoc projects and other duties, as assigned, to support evolving business priorities.Assist the General Ledger (GL) team in other accounting areas as needed (e.g., fixed assets, accruals, intercompany) to meet company close deadlines.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in revenue accounting or public accounting for technology clients.Strong knowledge of GAAP.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling).Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsActive CPA license.Experience in a SOX-compliant, publicly traded company.Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.Prior work in SaaS or technology industries.Experience with ERP and revenue automation tools (Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Workday, etc.).Familiarity with SEC reporting and revenue note preparation.Core CompetenciesAnalytical Thinking – Ability to interpret complex contracts and data to make sound accounting determinations.Attention to Detail – Precision and accuracy in reconciliations and reporting.Business Acumen – Understanding of SaaS metrics and revenue growth drivers.Collaboration – Works effectively across teams and communicates complex concepts in a clear manner.Adaptability – Thrives in fast-changing, high-growth environments.Ownership Mentality – Proactively takes responsibility for deliverables and drives process improvements.Why Join Us This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performance finance team in a fast-growing, publicly traded SaaS & IoT leader. You'll work on complex revenue arrangements, contribute to process improvements that scale with our growth, and gain exposure to cross-functional operations that directly impact our success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture where your contributions are valued.Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.Why Work for Alarm.com?Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.Company InfoAlarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.Company BenefitsAlarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIn connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.Notice To Third Party Agencies: Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to View email address on click.appcast.io base salary range of this opportunity is listed below and is determined within a range based on factors including qualifications, location and experience. This allows opportunity for growth and development within the role. The base salary offered is part of a total compensation package.$78,950 - $104,500 USD