Licensing Accounting Lead (ASC 606 & Revenue)

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K

Hybrid Schedule

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Commuter Benefits (New York)

Job summary

BMI is seeking a Licensing Accounting leader to own ASC 606 compliance across revenue streams and to manage the revenue close, controls, and audits. The role partners with licensing, legal, operations and IT to drive scalable billing processes and strong internal controls.

The role requires 8–10+ years in accounting with ASC 606 experience, plus 3+ years of people management in a fast-paced setting. CPA preferred but not required; SOX readiness is a potential future focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 8–10+ years' progressive accounting experience with ASC 606 expertise.
• Three+ years' people management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP and revenue/billing systems; advanced Excel; familiarity with AI-powered data tools.

Responsibilities

• Owns revenue recognition policies and ASC 606 compliance across all revenue streams.
• Oversees monthly revenue close and complex entries; assists with disclosures for GAAP statements.
• Supports audits, QoE reviews, and potential fundraising or financing activities.
• Leads Licensing Accounting team; coaches Manager and Senior Accountant; ensures onboarding and staff development.
• Partners with Licensing, Legal, Operations, IT and other departments to review terms and maintain controls.

Skills

ASC 606

Revenue Recognition

GAAP

ERP Systems

Excel Proficiency

Oracle Financials

Salesforce

Process Improvement

Team Leadership

Audit Support

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle Financials

Salesforce

ERP Systems

Excel

Job description

BMI is seeking a Licensing Accounting leader to own ASC 606 compliance across revenue streams and to manage the revenue close, controls, and audits. The role partners with licensing, legal, operations and IT to drive scalable billing processes and strong internal controls.

The role requires 8–10+ years in accounting with ASC 606 experience, plus 3+ years of people management in a fast-paced setting. CPA preferred but not required; SOX readiness is a potential future focus.