Manager, Revenue Accounting

Vaco by Highspring; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving investment management firm in New York, New York, is seeking a Senior Revenue Accounting Manager to oversee the revenue cycle and strategic financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in revenue accounting, particularly in asset management, with a strong grasp of GAAP and month-end processes. Responsibilities include managing revenue operations, developing management reports, and ensuring compliance. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with CPA certification preferred. This role offers a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence two days a week.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in revenue accounting, ideally in asset management.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, month-end closing, and accrual-based accounting.
• Ability to simplify complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for revenue recognition and accounts receivable.
• Develop and present management reports including variance analysis.
• Supervise month-end closing processes and manage reconciliations.
• Lead efforts in developing core financial statements.
• Work closely with business departments for alignment on financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite

Job description

Overview

Client: Thriving investment management firm
Salary: $140K - $160K base + 20 - 35% bonus
Location: New York, New York - Hybrid, Midtown (On-Site) 2 days per week

Senior Revenue Accounting Manager - NYC

We are hiring a high-impact Senior Revenue Accounting Manager to own our revenue cycle and strategic financial reporting. If you have 7-10 years of experience in revenue accounting (ideally in asset management) and are ready to step into a leadership role, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

You will be the pillar of our revenue and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all financial operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Own the Revenue Cycle: Manage and oversee daily operations for revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and cash application, ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
• Strategic Reporting: Develop and present insightful management reports, including variance analysis and commentary on financial performance, specifically around AUM and revenue.
• Month-End Master: Supervise and execute month-end closing processes, including managing intercompany eliminations and reconciling key balance sheet accounts.
• Compliance & Audit: Lead efforts in the development of core financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) and serve as a key liaison for external auditors.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with business departments to align financial reporting with strategic objectives.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned accounting professional ready to take the next step in a leadership-focused role.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience: 7-10 years in revenue accounting, ideally within the investment or financial services sector.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of GAAP, month-end closing, and accrual-based accounting.
• Systems Proficiency: Highly proficient in ERP systems (familiarity with NetSuite is a plus) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills — you can simplify complex financial data for non-finance stakeholders.