Manage Illumio's revenue accounting lifecycle, ensuring accurate transaction accounting and scalable processes in a growth-focused environment.
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Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Manage revenue accounting lifecycle
- Partner with Sales and Legal for deal guidance
- Oversee revenue accounting operations
- Manage sales commission accounting
- Develop revenue accounting policies
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of ASC 606
- Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills
Nice to have
- Salesforce experience
- Experience with sales commissions under ASC 340-40
- Big Four public accounting experience
Practical constraints
- 4 on-site days a week
AI in the day-to-day
Identify and implement AI and automation opportunities while continuously improving revenue accounting processes and procedures.
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Revenue Accounting Manager at Illumio is responsible for managing the entire revenue accounting lifecycle, which includes contract review, revenue recognition, and month-end close processes. This role requires a strong foundation in ASC 606 and experience in SaaS or technology environments, along with advanced analytical skills and familiarity with ERP systems. Ideal candidates will have over five years of progressive accounting experience and a CPA designation, making this position suitable for seasoned professionals looking to contribute to a growing finance team.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- Is the Revenue Accounting Manager role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Sunnyvale, California - HQ.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Revenue Accounting Manager role.
- Where is the role based?
- Illumio is hiring for this position in Sunnyvale, California - HQ.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: ASC 606, Excel, SaaS, Salesforce.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Illumio targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Revenue Accounting Manager role at Illumio.
From the original posting
Location: 4 on-site days a week in Sunnyvale, CA.
Our Team’s Vision:
Our Finance team operates at the forefront of Zero Trust Segmentation, driving efficient growth and building strategic partnerships with key stakeholders. We focus on scalable infrastructure and an optimized financial model to support Illumio’s ambitious business goals.
As Illumio enters an exciting phase of growth, we’re looking for people who embody our values, deliver excellence, and drive innovation. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity while growing your career, where every contribution supports our collective success.
As the Technical Revenue Accounting Manager, you will help own and scale Illumio’s end-to-end revenue accounting lifecycle—from contract review and deal execution through revenue recognition, commissions, close, reporting, controls, and audit.
You’ll combine strong technical revenue accounting expertise with an operational mindset, partnering with Sales, Deal Desk, Legal, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure transactions are accounted for accurately and supported by scalable processes.
Your Impact:
Manage key aspects of the end-to-end revenue accounting lifecycle, including contract review, revenue recognition, commissions accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, controls, and audit support.
Partner with Sales, Deal Desk, and Legal to review special-term quotes and provide accounting and operational guidance throughout the deal lifecycle.
Oversee day-to-day revenue accounting operations.
Manage sales commission accounting, reconciliations, and related financial reporting.
Develop and maintain revenue accounting policies, procedures, and desktop documentation.
Prepare ad hoc data and analysis for cross-functional partners.
Execute and enhance SOX controls, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen the control environment.
Drive system automation and support system changes and validation to ensure smooth implementation of new initiatives.
Identify and implement AI and automation opportunities while continuously improving revenue accounting processes and procedures.
Your Toolkit:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including revenue accounting in a SaaS, software, or technology company.
Strong knowledge of ASC 606 for complex, non-standard deals, with a solid understanding of revenue operations and the quote-to-cash process.
Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills, including experience working with large datasets and translating analysis into actionable business insights.
Hands-on experience with ERP and revenue recognition systems.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while balancing recurring operational responsibilities and strategic projects.
Salesforce experience is a plus.
Experience with sales commissions and contract acquisition costs under ASC 340-40 preferred.
Big Four public accounting experience preferred.
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Our Commitment
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