Senior Revenue Accountant

Description

About LegalZoom

We're here to make legal help accessible to all. LegalZoom transformed the legal industry with the

launch of our online services and groundbreaking technology in 2001. Since then, millions of

customers have counted on us to officially start and run businesses, protect brands and intellectual property, and look after loved ones through wills and trusts.

As the industry leader for over 20 years, innovation remains at the center of all we do. We're creative thinkers and problem solvers with a passion for building legal and tax products that make a positive impact on the world, and we're always looking for exceptional people to push us further.

With us, you'll do work that's as rewarding as it is challenging with a team where every voice matters and diversity, equality, and inclusion are truly embraced. Together, we'll continue to democratize the law and make a real difference in the lives of millions.

Remote-first

Since March 2020, our Zoomers have worked remotely and reported an overall better work-life

balance with more time for family and personal wellness.

At the end of 2021, LegalZoom made the official commitment to being a remote-first company.

Remote-first means that there is no expectation that Zoomers come into an office for a fixed

number of days outside of those employees identified as essential onsite workers. While we remain a remote-first culture, our local offices have evolved as collaboration spaces for Zoomers to meet and engage in person.

Overview

As part of the dynamic Global Revenue team, we are seeking a Senior Revenue Accountant who is

highly familiar with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. We need an

individual who embraces challenges, and can leverage their experience, educational background,

and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

The Senior Revenue Accountant will provide technical and operational expertise in revenue

recognition, particularly under ASC 606, applying US GAAP requirements to systems, data, and

processes. This position also requires a strong understanding of SOX controls and the ability to

identify and implement process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a solid technical accounting background and proven experience

analyzing complex accounting challenges. A CA/CPA with strong analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to influence change through effective communication, is essential.

You will

• Assist in drafting technical accounting memos to support new products and contracts,
  
  

including multiple-element arrangements and principal-agent assessments for new partners

and vendors that impact revenue and fulfillment.

• Contribute to the month-end revenue close process and related reconciliations, ensuring
  
  

revenue is accurately reported for both internal and external purposes.

• Prepare key revenue reserves, such as AR reserves, sales returns, and credit reserves.
• Review revenue transactions, journal entries, and key account reconciliations to ensure
  
  

compliance with GAAP.

• Identify opportunities to implement process improvements that enhance efficiency,
  
  

accuracy, and internal controls within revenue accounting.

• Assess risks, implement controls, and maintain appropriate documentation and evidence to
  
  

comply with SOX requirements.

• Support the annual financial statement audit and assist with periodic internal audits to
  
  

ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

• Work closely with other Business Units and Finance teams to provide guidance based on the
  
  

company’s revenue recognition policies and procedures.

• Assist with external SEC reporting, ad-hoc requests, and revenue-related analytics as
  
  

needed.

• Occasional travel may be required as necessary.
  
  

You have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CA/CPA preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with 2+ years of specialized
  
  

experience in revenue recognition (ASC 606).

• A strong technical accounting background with excellent documentation skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex accounting issues clearly to all levels of
  
  

management, both in writing and verbally.

• A thorough understanding of SOX compliance and experience managing SOX controls.
• Experience working with large data sets, SQL queries, and modelling
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with revenue management systems (experience
  
  

with Oracle ERP or similar systems is a plus). Experience with Power Query and Power Pivot

is also a plus.

• Big 4 firm experience with a focus on revenue recognition is a plus.