Senior Accountant – Technical Revenue
Job ID: 8196
Location: Carlsbad, California [Hybrid]
Category: Accounting & Finance
Employment Type: Direct Hire
We are partnering with a global technology organization seeking a Senior Technical Revenue Accountant to join its growing accounting team. This position will play a key role in supporting complex revenue recognition matters and advising the business on proper accounting treatment under ASC 606. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting foundation, public accounting experience, and the ability to interpret complex customer arrangements in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond transactional accounting into a more consultative and advisory-focused role with exposure to sophisticated accounting topics, cross-functional leadership, and operational process improvement initiatives. The organization offers a highly collaborative culture centered around mentorship, flexibility, professional growth, and work-life balance within a dynamic technical accounting environment.
Salary Range: $105,000 – $123,000
Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as a subject matter resource for revenue recognition matters in accordance with ASC 606
• Review and evaluate complex customer contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment and revenue recognition conclusions
• Partner cross-functionally to assess accounting implications tied to customer arrangements
• Analyze operational delivery structures and identify impacts related to products, services, and contractual obligations
• Prepare and review technical accounting documentation and revenue recognition analyses under U.S. GAAP
• Support quarter-end close activities and related reporting requirements
• Perform technical accounting research related to revenue recognition and complex transactions
• Assist with process improvement initiatives focused on strengthening controls, efficiencies, and operational effectiveness
• Serve as a key accounting partner to domestic and international business teams over time
• Collaborate with leadership on technical accounting matters, risk assessment, and implementation of accounting guidance
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• 2–4+ years of accounting experience with prior public accounting experience from a national or regional firm required
• Strong understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition guidance
• Experience interpreting contracts and applying technical accounting guidance preferred
• Exposure to technical accounting research, revenue memorandums, or public company audit engagements highly desirable
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA preferred
• Experience working with large ERP systems
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment focused on quality and continuous improvement
About Sayva: Sayva Solutions is an accounting, finance, technology, business transformation and human resources professional services firm whose focus is on long term relationships created through teamwork and doing what is in the best interest of others. By working with Sayva to identify your next career move, you will get the benefit of working with an experienced team who not only has a strong network of trusted clients, but expertise in the markets, and functions, we serve. We can provide insight on what your market value is, what companies have to offer, and what opportunities align best with your professional and personal goals. We are your trusted advisor throughout your search process and can help ensure you are prepared for interviews, have the information to make the best decisions, and receive a strong offer to land you that perfect job. Making a career move is not easy and can be stressful; Sayva can be your partner in making the process smooth, transparent, and rewarding.
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