Director, Technical Revenue Accounting
Leads technical revenue accounting, owning ASC 606 policies, reviewing complex contracts, and building a high-performing team for SaaS revenue models. Requires CPA with 12+ years experience in revenue accounting and US GAAP expertise.
About the job
What you'll do at Figma
- Own and evolve ASC 606 revenue policies for SaaS and consumption-based models, including credits, usage-based pricing, variable consideration, and contract modifications
- Lead technical accounting research and author clear, decision-ready memos, policies, and playbooks (e.g., SSP frameworks, non-standard deal guidance)
- Review complex enterprise and strategic contracts, advising Sales, Deal Desk, and Legal on structure, risk, and revenue implications
- Define revenue recognition approaches for new products and offerings, including performance obligations, SSP, principal vs. agent considerations, and contract changes
- Translate complex accounting guidance into practical recommendations and scalable processes for cross-functional partners
- Partner with auditors to support revenue positions, including leading position papers, walkthroughs, and evidence strategies, while ensuring SOX-compliant controls
- Build and develop a high-performing technical revenue team, coaching managers, and raising the bar on judgment, communication, and technical rigor
We'd love to hear from you if you have
- CPA certification with 12+ years of progressive accounting background, including deep expertise in technical revenue accounting under ASC 606
- Strong command of US GAAP and SaaS revenue models, including multi-element arrangements, SSP, variable consideration, contract modifications, and usage-based pricing
- Proven ability to evaluate complex contracts and determine appropriate revenue treatment across a range of scenarios
- Track record of influencing and defending accounting positions with external auditors and senior stakeholders
- Skilled at translating complex accounting concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-accounting audiences
While not required, it's an added plus if you also have
- Background in public accounting (e.g., Big 4) combined with in-house experience at a high-growth SaaS or technology company
- Familiarity with consumption-based or usage-based revenue models at scale
- Comfort operating in fast-paced environments with evolving products and business models
- Experience leading managers and developing technical accounting talent
Skills
ASC 606, US GAAP, Saas Revenue Models, Ssp Frameworks, Sox Controls, Revenue Recognition, Technical Accounting, Contract Review, Usage-Based Pricing, Variable Consideration
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