Revenue Accounting Manager

Zero Motorcycles, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Open-door culture

Dynamic EV industry

Job summary

Zero Motorcycles is seeking a Revenue Accounting Manager to lead global revenue accounting operations from Noord-Scharwoude and/or Amsterdam. You will own end-to-end revenue close, manage a largely outsourced team, and collaborate with Sales, Logistics, Legal, and FP&A to uphold US GAAP across markets.

The role requires hands-on SAP expertise (S/4HANA), strong leadership, and experience with outsourced or offshore teams in a multinational setting. Travel within the NL and abroad may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive revenue accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a team-lead capacity.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (FI/CO or relevant revenue modules).
• Experience managing outsourced or offshore accounting teams.
• Solid understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience in global, matrixed organizations across time zones.
• Experience in a high-growth, multinational, or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual multi-currency revenue close process, ensuring accuracy and US GAAP compliance.
• Lead a team of accountants (largely outsourced), including task allocation, training, and performance management.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and revenue schedules.
• Maintain and improve revenue recognition processes in SAP (S/4HANA).
• Support collections and liquidity reporting processes.
• Prepare documentation for audits and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation to reduce close time.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory and tax requirements for revenue reporting.
• Prepare variance analyses and collaborate with FP&A on revenue trends for leadership.
• Serve as a cross-functional point of contact for Sales, Logistics, Legal, and FP&A on revenue matters.

Skills

Team leadership

ASC 606 knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

SAP (S/4HANA)

Job description

What to Expect

We're looking for a Revenue Accounting Manager to lead global revenue accounting operations our Noord-Scharwoude and/or Amsterdam office. This role owns the end-to-end revenue accounting process, from assisting the business with client orders to monthly close activities and collections. You will manage a team 6 (largely outsourced) accountants to ensure timely, accurate execution. You'll work closely with leadership, sales and other departments bridging time zones and processes to maintain a single, consistent global revenue accounting standard.

This is a hands-on management role suited to someone who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves in SAP, talking to clients as leading an outsourced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual company wide multi-currency revenue close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.

• Manage and oversee a team of accountants, including task allocation, quality review, training, and performance management

• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and revenue schedules prepared by the team

• Maintain and improve revenue recognition processes in SAP, ensuring proper system configuration and data integrity

• Contribute to collection process, which includes customer contact as well as liquidity reporting

• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries

• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce close cycle time

• Ensure compliance with local statutory and tax requirements related to revenue reporting across markets

• Prepare variance analyses and management reporting, in collaboration with FP&A on revenue trends for senior leadership

• Act as a key point of contact for cross-functional teams (Sales, Logistics, Legal, FP&A) on revenue-related matters

Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 5+ years of progressive revenue accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a team-lead capacity

• Strong hands-on experience with SAP (FI/CO or relevant revenue modules) is a must (Zero operates on SAP S/4 Hana)

• Proven experience managing, or working with, outsourced or offshore accounting teams

• Solid understanding of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606)

• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization and collaborating across time zones with a US headquarters

• Experience in a high-growth, multinational, or automotive/manufacturing environment is a plus

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent written and spoken English; additional European languages are a plus

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline pressure

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment typical of a scaling EV company

• Some travel can be expected (other locations in The Netherlands as well as occasionally internationally)

• Flexibility to engage with different time-zones on a regular basis

Why Zero Motorcycles

Zero Motorcycles, a leader and innovator in electric motorcycles and commercial powertrains, incorporates advanced technology, stunning design and commitment to environmental benefits. The EV space is growing dramatically, with Zero a leader in the two-wheel category and a rising star in powertrain applications to other OEMs electrifying sport and utility vehicles for powersport and industrial applications.

At Zero Motorcycles, you’ll join a passionate, fast-growing global team with a truly international spirit. While our roots in the United States, have branched-out to Europe and stablished in The Netherlands, our team now spans across more than 10 countries, representing over 15 nationalities—and counting! We thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment where fresh ideas are welcomed, big dreams are encouraged, and success is celebrated together.

Our team is united by a shared mission and a love for what we do. Whether we're collaborating across time zones or catching up in the office, you'll find a group that’s driven, committed, and always ready to share a laugh.

We value connection beyond the work itself. From office lunches and Friday drinks to spontaneous barbecues when the sun’s out, and legendary Xmas parties and team-building days, we believe in having fun while we work hard.

Working with Zero Motorcycles, you’ll also have opportunities to represent us at events and trade shows—locally and internationally—if that’s something you enjoy. And as we continue to grow, so can you. We’re invested in your development and success, and we can’t wait to see where your journey with us will take you.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Inclusive and open-door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
• Work in a dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.