Director of Revenue Accounting

Responsibilities Anthropic is seeking a seasoned Revenue Accounting professional to join our growing Accounting Team In this position, you will drive revenue accounting operations, accounts receivable accounting, and financial reporting processes You will play a critical role in ensuring accurate revenue recognition, managing complex AR processes including CECL compliance, and enhancing our month-end close operations Manage daily revenue accounting operations, including high-volume transaction processing, and ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with ASC 606 Own the month-end revenue close process by reviewing and approving revenue-related account reconciliations and journal entries for revenue, deferred revenue, and unbilled receivables Manage comprehensive accounts receivable accounting functions, including AR reconciliations, aging analysis, and accurate recording of customer receivables Lead quarterly CECL aging analysis to ensure consistent application of ASC 326 and work with AR & Collections Lead to develop key AR metrics for management reporting Perform regular month-end close flux analysis, identifying and explaining significant variances in revenue and accounts receivable balances to ensure financial integrity and provide insights for management decision-making Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance Operations, Finance Strategy, Billing Support, and business partners on strategic processes and programs Support revenue accounting system initiatives, including design, implementation, testing, and optimization Serve as subject matter expert for revenue and AR accounting questions across the organization Lead audit coordination and serve as primary contact for external auditors during year-end audit Maintain comprehensive documentation for all revenue and AR processes Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents Inclusive fertility benefits via Carrot Fertility 22 weeks of paid parental leave Flexible paid time off and absence policies Mental health support for you and your dependents Competitive salary and equity packages Optional equity donation matching at a 1:1 ratio, up to 25% of your equity grant Retirement plans with competitive matching Life and income protection plans $500/month flexible wellness and time saver stipend Commuter benefits Annual education stipend Home office stipends Relocation support for those moving for Anthropic Daily meals and snacks in the office Qualifications Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experienceRequired field of study: A field relevant to the role as demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experienceMinimum years of experience: Years of experience required will correlate with the internal job level requirements for the positionWe encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualificationThe ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and thrives in our fast-paced, innovative environmentStrong sense of ownership and independence, with proven ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive initiatives to completion with minimal supervisionBachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent experience)10+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in public accountingStrong knowledge of ASC 606 Revenue from Contracts with Customers & ASC 326 Credit ImpairmentExperience in collaborating across departments to influence changeAbility to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced environmentProven experience in managing and mentoring accounting professionals, with the potential to lead team members (both contractors and FTEs) as our team continues to growExperience with accounts receivable accounting and financial reportingAttention to detail, excellent communication skills, and strong sense of teamworkExperience in a growing SaaS technology business, preferably in startup or high-growth environmentsPassion for data integrity, comfort with large datasets, and enjoyment of solving complex problemsExperience with third-party platform revenue models and related accounting complexitiesProficiency with mainstream ERP systems and revenue engines such as NetSuite ARM, Oracle, SAP, Workday Financials and comparable systems. NetSuite ARM experience strongly preferredExperience with Metronome, Stripe, Anrok, or similar software is a plusExceptional business acumen with ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholdersDatabase & SQL experience is a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr