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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.

235k – 317kSan Francisco, CANew York, NYFinance & AccountingRemote12+ YOE
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About the role

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 606US GAAPSaas Revenue ModelsSsp FrameworksSox ControlsRevenue RecognitionTechnical AccountingContract ReviewUsage-Based PricingVariable Consideration

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