Revenue Accounting Manager

Bloom Energy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy is looking for a highly analytical and strategic Revenue Accounting Manager to join its Finance team in Bangalore. This role involves managing global revenue operations, ensuring accurate revenue recognition according to ASC 606.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance, and at least 6 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite and a solid understanding of US GAAP are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance (Chartered Accountant, MBA, CPA or equivalent).
• Minimum 6+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Prior experience in a combined hardware and software industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting activities for revenue recognition.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end revenue close activities.
• Develop technical accounting position papers for external auditors.

Skills

Revenue recognition

US GAAP

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting and finance or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

Salesforce

Job description

Position Summary

Bloom Energy seeks a highly analytical and strategic Revenue Accounting Manager to join the Finance team. The role reports to the Sr. Manager, Revenue Accounting and is located in Bangalore. The manager will manage global revenue operations, ensuring accurate recognition of product, installation, and service revenue streams according to ASC 606.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely recognition of product, installation, and service revenues in accordance with ASC 606 and company policy.
• Review and analyze customer contracts, identifying key terms that impact revenue recognition and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.
• Support deal negotiations by reviewing contracts and preparing contract checklists to provide revenue recognition guidance.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end revenue close activities, including high-level journal entries, complex account reconciliations, and detailed variance analytics.
• Develop technical accounting position papers and schedules for external auditors, and serve as primary contact for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Oversee and execute key controls to support SOX compliance and maintain the integrity of financial reporting.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of ERP and revenue automation tools to streamline revenue operations.
• Provide data-driven analysis and schedules to support HQ in revenue forecasting and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance (Chartered Accountant, MBA, CPA or equivalent).
• Minimum 6+ years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 5 years specifically focused on revenue recognition.
• Prior experience in a combined hardware and software industry.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606, including multi-element arrangements and contract modifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage and interpret large data sets with attention to detail.
• Experience with revenue modules in ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, RevPro, and Salesforce.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex revenue concepts to cross-functional partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 or large public accounting firm background.
• Prior experience in energy, manufacturing or high-tech sectors.
• Experience working in a global company with exposure to international revenue practices.
• Direct experience with SOX compliance documentation and testing.
• Excellent communication skills.