Revenue Accountant

CFS; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Revenue Accountant in Atlanta, GA to support accurate revenue reporting, month-end close, and leadership-facing financial initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration with sales, operations, and finance to ensure compliant revenue transactions.

The ideal candidate has GAAP expertise, 3+ years in revenue or general ledger accounting, and strong Excel/ERP skills, within a supportive, growth-oriented culture in a central Atlanta location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification or CPA track preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience with a focus on revenue accounting or general ledger accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support leadership initiatives as a Revenue Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Revenue Recognition: analyze contracts and transactions to ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Month-End Close: support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, revenue reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Financial Reporting: prepare and maintain revenue-related schedules and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Account Reconciliations: perform detailed reconciliations of revenue accounts, deferred revenue, and related balance sheet accounts.
• Internal Controls: assist with maintaining and improving controls surrounding revenue processes and financial reporting.
• Audit Support: coordinate schedules and provide supporting documentation for internal and external audits related to revenue transactions.
• Forecasting & Analysis: support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts by providing revenue-related insights and reporting.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with sales, operations, billing, and finance teams to ensure accurate revenue transactions and reporting.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Cross-Department Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification or CPA track preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Revenue Accountant – Atlanta, GA

Advance Your Accounting Career with a Growing Organization

Are you an accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? A successful and established company with more than 20 years of operational excellence is seeking a Revenue Accountant to support financial operations and help drive organizational success.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Revenue Accountant to work closely with senior management, strengthen revenue recognition processes, and contribute to strategic financial initiatives. Located in the heart of Atlanta, this organization is known for its strong values, supportive culture, and commitment to professional development.

As a Revenue Accountant, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate revenue reporting, supporting month-end close activities, and partnering with leadership to enhance financial performance and compliance.

Why This Revenue Accountant Role Stands Out

• Career Growth – The Revenue Accountant will gain valuable exposure to financial leadership and have opportunities for advancement within the accounting team.


• Meaningful Impact – The Revenue Accountant will work directly with leadership on revenue reporting, forecasting, and business initiatives.


• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy generous PTO and a collaborative work environment.


• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive healthcare coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional employee benefits.


• Professional Development – Join a stable organization that invests in employee growth and advancement.

Key Responsibilities Of The Revenue Accountant

• Revenue Recognition: The Revenue Accountant will analyze contracts and transactions to ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.


• Month-End Close: Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, revenue reconciliations, and variance analysis.


• Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain revenue-related schedules and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.


• Account Reconciliations: The Revenue Accountant will perform detailed reconciliations of revenue accounts, deferred revenue, and related balance sheet accounts.


• Internal Controls: Assist with maintaining and improving controls surrounding revenue processes and financial reporting.


• Audit Support: Coordinate schedules and provide supporting documentation for internal and external audits related to revenue transactions.


• Forecasting & Analysis: The Revenue Accountant will support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts by providing revenue-related insights and reporting.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with sales, operations, billing, and finance teams to ensure accurate revenue transactions and reporting.

Qualifications For The Revenue Accountant Role

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


• CPA certification or CPA track preferred.


• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience with a focus on revenue accounting or general ledger accounting.


• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles.


• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.


• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support leadership initiatives as a Revenue Accountant.

Why You Should Become This Organization's Next Revenue Accountant

This opportunity offers the perfect blend of hands-on accounting responsibilities and professional growth. As the Revenue Accountant, you'll gain exposure to strategic financial decision-making while helping maintain the accuracy and integrity of the company's revenue reporting processes.

If you're an ambitious accounting professional seeking a role with growth potential, leadership exposure, and a collaborative culture, this Revenue Accountant position could be your next career move. The ideal Revenue Accountant will be detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to make a meaningful impact on the organization.