Senior Revenue Accountant

About the Role Senior Revenue Accountant will report to the Revenue Accounting Manager. This role offers an excellent opportunity to participate in building a best‑in‑class revenue team that drives efficient, scalable processes. Responsibilities Evaluate customer contracts to ensure that revenue is recognized accurately in accordance with ASC606 and company policy. Partner with cross‑functional business partners such as sales, deals desk, sales operations, order management, legal, and IT teams. Prepare revenue‑related analyses and assessments such as contract combinations, material rights, contract modifications, standalone selling prices, professional services, and partner‑related fees. Perform monthly and quarter‑end close revenue activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, flux analyses, related reporting and disclosures, and close slides for management review. Help prepare supporting data and other requests for external auditors and business partners. Participate in developing, documenting, and maintaining strong internal controls over revenue transactions and reporting. Assist in driving efforts to build best‑in‑class, automated processes related to the Order‑to‑Cash process. Champion the use of AI tools to reduce close cycle times, improve data accuracy, and enhance revenue reporting capabilities. Assist with whitepaper or accounting memos to support the company’s position or policy election on specific revenue recognition issues as needed. Prepare ad‑hoc accounting projects and analyses as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. 4+ years of experience required, at least 3 years in public accounting; Big4 CPA is a plus. Strong working knowledge of ASC606 is required. Experience with Professional Services or different revenue recognition patterns (Ratable, Percentage of Completion) is preferred. Experience with multiple performance obligations and complex revenue transactions. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship‑building skills to collaborate with team members at every level of the organization. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills using large data sets. Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines. Advanced MS Excel skills and Google Sheets. Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced and rapidly changing environment. Must be a self‑motivated problem solver. Must be able to work independently. Motivation to implement process improvements that inspire change while embodying the company’s collaborative and inclusive culture. How You Succeed Continuously elevate the quality, accuracy, and efficiency of the accounting function across all areas you lead. Drive close processes, payroll cycles, and automation projects forward with discipline and a bias for action. Deliver reliable financials, scalable processes, and a future‑ready automation roadmap. Develop and inspire a culture of accountability, learning, and operational excellence within Payroll, Accounting, and AP. Take responsibility for the health of the entire function — proactively surface risks, solve problems, and think strategically about what Alation’s finance function needs to scale. Work Environment This is a hybrid opportunity; you’ll join us in our RedwoodCity office on Tuesday & Thursday to collaborate, connect, and enjoy a team atmosphere. Compensation Pay Range: $101,716 – $137,317 (U.S. base salary). Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Alation, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals who require them. #J-18808-Ljbffr