Senior Accountant, Revenue Recognition - McLean, Virginia

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountabl ...

Job description

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

Appian is seeking a Senior Accountant, Revenue Recognition, to participate in all aspects of the revenue accounting function to review and approve customer contracts for proper revenue recognition. 

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review fully executed customer contracts to conclude on appropriate accounting treatment and identify any issues to ensure that all software and services revenues are accounted for in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (ASC 606).

• Review and approve revenue allocation and revenue plans in the NetSuite accounting system to ensure accurate revenue recognition treatment in the general ledger and support the monthly closing process.

• Review drafts of customer contracts and provide revenue accounting guidance to Legal and Sales personnel on an as-needed basis.

• Prepare supporting revenue accounting documentation, including revenue accounting checklists, position papers and revenue allocation spreadsheets for booked orders.

• Assist manager with technical research on complex revenue accounting issues. 

• Assist with Fair Value (SSP) analyses of historical sales transactions.

• Support annual audit and quarterly reviews by providing external auditors with requested documentation for revenue transactions being tested. 

• Assist with preparation of SEC filings as needed.

Education:      

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA certification required.

• MS in Accounting preferred but not required.

Required Experience:

• 3-5 years of software revenue accounting experience.

• Exceptionally strong software revenue accounting knowledge.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills required for regular and frequent interaction with sales and legal personnel, senior management, and outside auditors.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• ERP financial systems experience is a plus.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills. 

• Ability to work in an area requiring special attention to detail and adherence to regular monthly deadlines.

• Ability to grow and take on more responsibilities as required.

Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

• Public accounting experience is strongly preferred.

• ERP financial systems experience is a plus.

Tools and Resources 

• Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. 
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

Benefits

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

About Appian

Appian provides process automation technology. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We've been automating processes for 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit [Nasdaq: APPN]

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